The terms “post-truth” and “fake news” have become increasingly prevalent in public
discourse over the last year. This article explores the growing abundance of misinformation,
how it influences people, and how to counter it. We examine the ways in which
misinformation can have an adverse impact on society. We summarize how people respond
to corrections of misinformation, and what kinds of corrections are most effective. We argue
that to be effective, scientific research into misinformation must be considered within a larger …