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UnspunAuthor: Amanda Sturgill
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"Don't tell me what to think" : Why we push back against truth
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025
Why do people reject information meant to help them?In this episode of UnSpun, we explore psychological reactance — the instinct to resist control — and how it shapes our reactions to fact-checks, corrections, and even each other. From COVID-19 warning labels to social-media fatigue and holiday-table arguments, DrSturg traces how the need for freedom can make truth feel like pressure. And she offers a better way to get people to stop rejecting facts.Topics covered:– What psychological reactance is– How social media architecture amplifies defiance– Why corrections often backfire– How to talk to friends or family who reject facts– The emotional balance between truth and autonomy#Reactance #Misinformation #MediaLiteracy #UnSpunPodcast #SocialMediaPsychologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
