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Are narcissists multiplying or is the social media algorithm making them bolder? The answer in five stages
Social media doesn't necessarily reflect who you are, but it may intensify particular personality traits and confirm or even persuade you that your worst behavior is justified.
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Social media can amplify certain personality traits, making users feel that their worst behaviors are justified. Researchers argue that the platforms do not simply mirror who people are but can intensify traits like narcissism. To counter this imbalance, a new framework called Algorithmic Trait Amplification (ATA) has been proposed. ATA focuses specifically on how algorithms may reinforce narcissistic tendencies. The framework aims to identify and mitigate these effects, though further details on its implementation are not yet provided.
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