The Link between Misinformation and Radicalisation: current Knowledge and Areas for Future Inquiry

Does misinformation lead to radicalisation? This Research Note explores the theoretical link between consumption of misinformation and radicalisation to violent extremism. Drawing from insights from communication studies, criminology, and psychology, it is argued that some unique characteristics of...

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Authors: Roberts-Ingleson, Elise (Author) ; McCann, Wesley S. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2023
In: Perspectives on terrorism
Year: 2023, Volume: 17, Issue: 1, Pages: 36-49
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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Keywords:
misinformation
Propaganda
Radicalisation
Extremism
Social Media