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As people have more difficulty distinguishing fact from fiction in the U.S., they are more likely to feel news fatigue and avoid news altogether, according to a University of Michigan study. More than an unintentional avoidance because of lack of media exposure, the researchers say people actively


As people have more difficulty distinguishing fact from fiction in the United States, they are more likely to feel news fatigue and avoid news altogether, according to a University of Michigan study.

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