We live in an age of unprecedented complexity. Technology has woven a dense web of interconnected systems, globalisation has blurred geographical boundaries, and the daily volume of information bombarding us can be overwhelming.
To worsen matters, a lot of information presented is unvalidated/inaccurate opinions, or pure fabrications falsely presented as “facts”. It requires strong critical thinking skills to discern truths from falsehoods, especially when it is disseminated by our peers. And the evidence suggests this is too hard for most people.
