14-12-2015 16:47 via indianexpress.com

‘Customisable’ internet contributing to selective exposure : report

Due to selective exposure behaviour, individuals tend to seek information that confirms their existing opinion or belief while avoiding contrary information
The internet technologies are exacerbating the ‘selective exposure’ behaviour where individuals tend to seek information that confirms their existing opinion or belief while avoiding contrary information, a new study suggests.
“We tend to look for information that confirms our points of view. It bolsters self-esteem, helps
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