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This psychological 'booster' could help people resist misinformation, a new study finds

A recent study published in the journal *Nature Human Behaviour* suggests that fostering a sense of intellectual humility can significantly enhance individuals' resistance to misinformation. Intellectual humility involves recognizing the limits of one's knowledge and being open to revising one's beliefs. Researchers found that people who exhibit this trait are less likely to spread false information because they are more likely to fact-check and are less confident in their initial judgments. The study involved experiments where participants were exposed to various news headlines, some of which were misleading. Those encouraged to think with intellectual humility were more likely to verify the information before sharing it, highlighting the potential of this psychological trait as a tool in combating the spread of misinformation online.

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