• International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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• 제22권11호
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• pp.348-356
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• 2022

The main objective of this paper is to probe the extent to which misinformation propagated through the different social media platforms contribute effectively in the process of directing, shaping and reshaping societal awareness of Saudis. In so doing, this paper attempts to delve into the relationship between linguistic misinformation and societal awareness, by exploring the perception of Saudis towards social media news, particularly misinformation and the extent to which this misinformation influences the social attitudes of Saudis in terms of various societal issues. Two main research questions are addressed in this study. First, to what extent does social media misinformation affect Saudis' awareness? Second, what are the linguistic manifestations of misinformation presented in the different social platforms? Two main findings have been recorded in this study: first, misinformation significantly contributes to the societal awareness of Saudis; and, second, however misinformation is linguistically manifested at the different levels of linguistic analysis, it is highly representative at the lexicalization level of language use.

• Journal of Information Science Theory and Practice
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• 제10권4호
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• pp.66-86
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• 2022

The main aim of this study is to identify the role of information dissemination on urban and rural citizens of Bangladesh during the COVID-19 pandemic and the role of misinformation in this process. The study also aimed at finding appropriate counter misinformation strategies regarding COVID-19. An online questionnaire was prepared to collect the viewpoints of the urban and rural citizens of Bangladesh regarding dissemination of information during COVID-19, misinformation regarding COVID-19, and counter misinformation strategies. Along with demographic and general information, a five-point Likert scale was used to measure COVID-19 related misinformation beliefs and how to counter them. Chi square tests were used to determine the association between current residency, information sources, the importance of information dissemination, reactions after getting COVID related information, and evaluative steps after getting information and before disseminating it. Additionally, nonparametric Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests were conducted to know the significance of difference in respondents' assessment on COVID-19 related misinformation in terms of their demographic characteristics. Cronbach's alpha score was obtained to see the reliability of the questionnaire items. The current study reveals that both urban and rural citizens of Bangladesh are influenced by information dissemination regarding COVID-19 and they have lower level of misinformation belief. The respondents have differences in misinformation belief by different demographic groups. Respondents' educational status, information literacy, sources of getting information, and evaluative steps after getting information have significant differences in misinformation belief. The study also noticed the support of respondents for countering misinformation strategies regarding COVID-19.

• Asian Journal for Public Opinion Research
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• 제12권1호
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• pp.53-74
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• 2024

The proliferation of health misinformation gained momentum amidst the outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). People stuck in their homes, without work pressure, regardless of health concerns towards personal, family, or peer groups, consistently demanded information. People became engaged with misinformation while attempting to find health information content. This study used the content analysis method and analyzed 1,154 misinformation stories from four prominent signatories of the International Fact-Checking Network during the pandemic. The study finds the five main categories of misinformation related to the COVID-19 pandemic. These are 1) the severity of the virus, 2) cure, prevention, and treatment, 3) myths and rumors about vaccines, 4) health authorities' guidelines, and 5) personal and social impacts. Various sub-categories supported the content characteristics of these categories. The study also analyzed the emotional valence of health misinformation. It was found that misinformation containing negative sentiments got higher engagement during the pandemic. Positive and neutral sentiment misinformation has less reach. Surprise, fear, and anger/aggressive emotions highly affected people during the pandemic; in general, people and social media users warning people to safeguard themselves from COVID-19 and creating a confusing state were found as the primary motivation behind the propagation of misinformation. The present study offers valuable perspectives on the mechanisms underlying the spread of health-related misinformation amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. It highlights the significance of discerning the accuracy of information and the feelings it conveys in minimizing the adverse effects on the well-being of public health.

• 아동학회지
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• 제24권2호
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• pp.1-14
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• 2003

In this test for the effect of misinformation and mental reinstatement on accuracy of recall in children, misinformation or neutral informations was presented to each of 80 five- and 80 nine - year - old children(Total : 160). Two days later they were asked to recall original information in one of two conditions; free recall or mental reinstatement. For 5-year-old children, mental reinstatement enhanced memory performance and increased the accuracy despite the presentation of misinformation. For 9-year-old children, there was no significant difference between free recall and mental reinstatement condition. For younger children, mental reinstatement may be an effective way of enhancing memory performance.

• Journal of Information Technology Applications and Management
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• 제28권5호
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• pp.41-50
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• 2021

As COVID-19 spread widely, and rapidly, the number of misinformation is also increasing, which WHO has referred to this phenomenon as "Infodemic". The purpose of this research is to develop detection and rectification of COVID-19 misinformation based on Open-domain QA system and text similarity. 9 testing conditions were used in this model. For open-domain QA system, 6 conditions were applied using three different types of dataset types, scientific, social media, and news, both datasets, and two different methods of choosing the answer, choosing the top answer generated from the QA system and voting from the top three answers generated from QA system. The other 3 conditions were the Closed-Domain QA system with different dataset types. The best results from the testing model were 76% using all datasets with voting from the top 3 answers outperforming by 16% from the closed-domain model.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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• 제53권3호
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• pp.171-174
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• 2020

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has not only caused significant challenges for health systems all over the globe but also fueled the surge of numerous rumors, hoaxes, and misinformation, regarding the etiology, outcomes, prevention, and cure of the disease. Such spread of misinformation is masking healthy behaviors and promoting erroneous practices that increase the spread of the virus and ultimately result in poor physical and mental health outcomes among individuals. Myriad incidents of mishaps caused by these rumors have been reported globally. To address this issue, the frontline healthcare providers should be equipped with the most recent research findings and accurate information. The mass media, healthcare organization, community-based organizations, and other important stakeholders should build strategic partnerships and launch common platforms for disseminating authentic public health messages. Also, advanced technologies like natural language processing or data mining approaches should be applied in the detection and removal of online content with no scientific basis from all social media platforms. Furthermore, these practices should be controlled with regulatory and law enforcement measures alongside ensuring telemedicine-based services providing accurate information on COVID-19.

• 한국심리학회지:법
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• 제11권1호
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• pp.1-20
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• 2020

수사 장면에서 피해자 및 목격자들은 사건 목격 이후 다양한 오정보에 노출될 뿐만 아니라 장기간의 시간 지연 후 진술할 가능성이 높다. 본 연구는 정확 회상을 저해할 수 있는 시간 지연 및 오정보의 영향을 감소시키고 정확 회상 보고량을 증진시키는 방안을 고안하기 위해 진행되었다. 따라서 목격자 진술을 빠르고 정확하게 확보하는데 도움이 된다고 알려진 자기기입식 면담(Self-Administered Interview, SAI)을 수행한 집단이 SAI를 수행하지 않은 통제 집단보다 정보를 더 많이 보고하는지, 또 SAI를 통해 오정보 및 시간 지연의 영향을 받지 않고 정확 정보가 유지되는지 알아보고자 하였다. 88명의 20대 성인을 대상으로 범죄를 재연한 영상을 보여준 후 SAI나 통제 과제(게임)를 수행하도록 하였으며, 오정보를 목격 당일(1회기), 혹은 4주 후(2회기)에 제시하여 4주 후 회상량에 영향을 주는지 검증했다. 그 결과 SAI를 실시한 집단이 통제 집단보다 4주의 지연 이후 실시된 2회기의 검사에서 정확 정보를 더 많이 보고하였으며, 부정확 정보 및 작화 정보 보고량에는 차이가 없는 것으로 나타났다. 오정보의 제시 시점은 회상량에 영향을 주지 않았다. 이러한 결과는 사건을 목격한 직후 SAI를 실시하는 것이 장기간의 시간 지연에서 기억 정보를 보호할 수 있음을 시사한다. 마지막으로 연구의 의의 및 제한점, 그리고 후속 연구를 위한 제언을 논의하였다.

• 한국심리학회지 : 문화 및 사회문제
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• 제25권2호
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• pp.157-177
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• 2019

본 연구에서는 Han(2017)의 연구에서 수정된 오정보 효과 검증을 위한 실험재료를 번역한 후 이 실험재료를 사용하여 한국인들에게서도 오정보 효과를 관찰할 수 있는지 확인하였다(연구 1). 또한 한국인들의 자료와 Han(2017)의 연구에서 사용된 미국인들의 자료를 통합하여 오정보 제시여부, 정보의 유형 및 서로 다른 인지양식을 반영할 것으로 기대되는 참가자 국적에 따른 시간적 구조 및 대상정보에 대한 기억을 비교하였다(연구 2). 연구 결과, 연구 1에서 번역한 Han(2017)의 실험재료를 사용하여 한국인들에게서 오정보 효과를 관찰할 수 있었으며, 오정보 효과는 시간정보와 대상정보 모두에서 관찰되었다. 연구 2에서 오정보 제시여부, 정보유형, 참가자 국적에 따라 재인검사의 정답률을 비교한 결과, 세 독립변인의 주효과, 오정보 제시여부와 정보유형의 이원 상호작용효과 및 세 독립변인의 삼원 상호작용효과가 통계적으로 유의한 것으로 나타났다. 요약하면, 오정보를 제시 받지 않은 정보와 대상정보에 대한 정답률이 높았고, 미국자료의 정답률이 한국자료의 정답률보다 높았다. 오정보 효과는 시간정보보다 대상정보에서 더 크게 나타났으나, 오정보 제시여부와 정보유형의 이원 상호작용효과는 한국자료에서만 관찰되었다. 논의에서는 본 연구의 학문적 가치와 제한점에 대해 논의하였다.

• Journal of Contemporary Eastern Asia
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.9-15
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• 2019

• 가정과삶의질연구
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• 제7권2호
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• pp.213-223
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• 1989

Decision frameworks for product safty policy are developed in theory and practice. Product characteristic approach and expected utility analysis are applied to situations involving risk and misinformation. Eight types of regulatory frameworks are explained and critiqued form practical purposes on behalf of consumer policy makers. Various international organizations and their roles are briefly reviewed.