Social media algorithms are engineered to maximize user engagement, often prioritizing outrage, curiosity, and shock value over factual accuracy. The Curiosity Gap

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Understanding this phenomenon requires analyzing the mechanics of how controversial or emotionally charged content spreads, the role of algorithmic amplification, and the broader psychological and societal implications of the public discourse that follows. The Anatomy of the Viral Shockwave