Selective Exposure
Definition
A tendency for people both consciously and unconsciously to seek out material that supports their existing attitudes and opinions and to actively avoid material that challenges their views. More broadly, audiences may seek congruence with their predispositions, including any aspect of their identity. Some psychologists have argued that individuals selectively screen out information to avoid cognitive dissonance. In politics selective exposure can increase political polarization.
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Questions
What is selective exposure?
What is an example of selective exposure?
How does selective exposure impact your life?
How does selective exposure impact political polarization?
What are media bubbles and how are they connected to selective exposure?
Do most people who are involved in selective exposure know it?
Would the U.S. be better off if we banned selective exposure?
How do algorithms impact selective exposure?
How can you personally fight selective exposure in your own life?
Is selective exposure getting worse every year?
