Illusory Social ConsensusWe often overestimate others' agreement due to the False Consensus Effect, especially influenced by repeated claims.
Repeating climate denial claims makes them seem more credible, Australian-led study findsRepetition of false claims about climate change can make them appear more credible, even to those who support climate science.
Illusory Social ConsensusWe often overestimate others' agreement due to the False Consensus Effect, especially influenced by repeated claims.
Repeating climate denial claims makes them seem more credible, Australian-led study findsRepetition of false claims about climate change can make them appear more credible, even to those who support climate science.
Repetition makes climate misinformation feel more true - even for those who back climate scienceClimate misinformation can be more effective than anticipated due to the illusory truth effect, causing a shift in views after just one repetition.