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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