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Wired Minds: Reverse Psychology and Manipulation in the Digital Age (Paperback)

By Kenwright

Explore how digital platforms manipulate human behavior through design, algorithms, and psychological tactics.

Pages
198
Publication
12 May 2025
Language
English
ISBN
9798290303895
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Wired Minds takes readers on a journey through the psychological underpinnings of digital manipulation. From social media addiction to algorithmic nudging, it decodes the invisible forces that shape our decisions and identities. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand how influence works in the information age—and how to reclaim agency.

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