A cognitive behaviour data analysis on the use of social media in global south context focusing on Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT: This study aimed to investigate the factors that contribute to the propagation of COVID-19 vaccine misinformation on social media in Bangladesh. We attempted to identify the links between the propagation of misinformation and the factors associated with trust in sources based on personal ties among our respondents. In order to find our targeted outcomes, we used a cognitive method in our survey. A total of 202 replies were chosen for analysis, in which respondents were presented with falsified news and asked how they would react to it being shared or posted by someone with whom they have a personal connection. The survey also recorded a variety of other parameters. The Likert Chart Scale was our primary method of data collection, with Yes/No responses serving as a secondary option. The res

SUBMITTER: Samya SSR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10013298 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature