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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harriette Boucher

New study shows true power of your social media posts during a time of crisis

In the face of adversity, positivity and solidarity boost social media engagement, regardless of political affiliation, a new study has found.

Research from the University of Cambridge, set to be published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences later this week, reveals that in times of political upheaval, users momentarily shift away from outrage and gravitate towards messages of unity.

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