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EPISODE · Jun 20, 2026 · 2 MIN

Brains Defend Beliefs Against Contradictions

from San Jose News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

New brain imaging study reveals why we fiercely defend our beliefs—when confronted with contradictory info, our amygdala and prefrontal cortex light up, triggering emotional resistance. This explains why facts often fail to sway opinions, especially online, where bias confirmation fuels misinformation. It’s not stubbornness—it’s biology. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2557ab749139b282

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