In today's America, being a victim has become a powerful tool. It can justify actions that would otherwise be unacceptable. Take the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Instead of facing criticism, Mangione was turned into a folk hero in a musical called "Luigi: The Musical. " This is not an isolated incident. It ref...
The world of social media has changed the way people see smoking. It is becoming trendy again. This is largely due to the influence of celebrities and social media stars. They are making smoking look glamorous and appealing. This is a big problem. It is especially troubling for young people. They are more likely to be influenced by what they see online. The im...
TikTok is a place where people share short videos about all sorts of topics. One of these topics is Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD. However, not everything shared on TikTok about ADHD is accurate. A recent investigation looked into how this false information might be affecting people's views on ADHD and their willingness to seek help. The research...
Social media is a huge part of our daily lives. It shapes how we see the world and the people in it. But when it comes to dementia, social media can sometimes spread false ideas and stereotypes. This is a big problem because it affects how we treat and support people with dementia. The month of September is dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease, bu...
A young woman's life was abruptly cut short during a live stream on May 13. Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old Mexican influencer, was fatally shot while broadcasting from a beauty salon. The Jalisco State Attorney’s Office has labeled this a femicide, a term used when a woman or girl is murdered due to their gender. The incident took place in Zapopan, a city in t...
A lot of people are curious about how to talk to someone who's bought into a conspiracy theory. This is a tough question. Many people have a loved one who's become obsessed with these ideas. They're not all crazy. Most are regular folks - parents, business owners, your neighbor. They're just feeling lost, frustrated, or desperate. Many people hold beliefs that ...
Students today are glued to their phones. Social media has become a big part of their lives. It influences many things, including their desire to revisit places they've traveled to for sports events. A recent study dug into this topic, focusing on university students in Hubei Province. The study looked at how social media affects students' decisions to return to pla...
Sentiment analysis is crucial for understanding what people think and feel. With social media booming, it's more important than ever to get this right. However, mixing different types of media like text and images can cause problems. The differences in how these media types are understood can lead to errors in analysis. This is where a new approach called Semantic En...
The role of experts in UFO conspiracy theories is a hot topic. These theories often gain traction through social media. This is where experts step in. They lend their voices to these theories. They often make these ideas seem more believable. But here is the twist. These experts do not always have solid evidence. They use their reputation to make theories sound real...
College can be a tough time for many. The stress of classes, exams, and the pressure to figure out what to do with life can lead to a lot of anxiety. It is important to understand how students deal with this anxiety and how social media plays a part in it. Five hundred and eleven college students, aged 18 to 23, took part in an online survey. They were asked abou...