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Emotions Drive Belief, Not Logic | Concord News
New research reveals that when we encounter information challenging our beliefs, our brains don’t just process it logically—they trigger emotional responses, especially in the amygdala, which handles fear and anxiety. This means rejecting new ideas isn’t always a rational decision—it’s often an emotional defense kicking in. The findings underscore how deeply feelings influence our ability to accept or reject facts, with major implications for combating misinformation in today’s digital world. Recognizing this emotional-intellectual tug-of-war could help us become more thoughtful consumers of…
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