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How Fear in the Media Shapes Public Health Behaviors: A Double-Edged Sword

During a crisis, information can be lifesaving. But what happens when the dominant emotion in the news is fear? A recent study spanning five countries—United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and India—sheds light on how fear-driven media coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic influenced public perception and preventive health behaviors. The findings are striking: while fear-based […]

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Society

The Dark Web of Sexual Exploitation Ecosystems

In the shadows of everyday life, far from the eyes of most, a sinister ecosystem flourishes—a network where human lives are commodified for profit. Recent research into organized crime has revealed a chilling reality: the exploitation of individuals for sexual services is not just a byproduct of criminal activity but an intricately organized system. This […]

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Communication

How Disgust Shapes Our Reactions to Mpox: Prevention and Perceptions

In the fight against Mpox, public health campaigns have long relied on powerful imagery to convey the seriousness of the disease. From the disfiguring rashes to the potential consequences of ignoring preventive measures, Mpox prevention efforts often hinge on eliciting emotional responses—disgust being a prominent one. But how exactly does disgust play into our willingness […]

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