Don't waste time correcting misinformation. Instead, try the "bypassing technique"

The classic response to misinformation is to present counterevidence; however, the Annenberg Public Policy Center found that utilizing a bypassing technique can prove more effective in countering false beliefs.

In typical conversations, especially over holidays, pointing out factual corrections often backfires. The research shows that the bypassing technique does a better job at reaching people where they are.

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