In a study, Annenberg researchers sought to uncover whether the threat of misinformation drives Americans to seek out news sources that reflect their own political beliefs.
Research Findings
Report Finds ‘Withering of Public Confidence in the Courts’
A new report by APPC researchers on public confidence in U.S. courts finds that trust in the federal judiciary has waned in recent years.
Despite Risk, Many Unsure of Temperature to Heat Food to Prevent Illness
An APPC survey finds only 1 in 4 U.S. adults often or always use a food thermometer when cooking and most are unsure of the right temperature to heat food to to prevent illness.
Public Fails to Appreciate Risk of Consuming Raw Milk, Survey Finds
A new APPC health survey finds fewer than half of U.S. adults know drinking raw milk is less safe than drinking pasteurized milk.
Annenberg Survey Finds Public Perceptions of Scientists’ Credibility Slips
An analyses of ASK survey data find perceptions of scientists’ credibility remains high, but eroded somewhat from 2023 to 2024 -- and perceptions of AI scientists are lower than for scientists in general.
Public Health Beliefs Predict Support for Climate Action, Study Shows
New paper from APPC team examined the relationship between health-related beliefs about climate change and support for climate policy proposals.
Social Media Use Is Associated with More Frequent Vaccination
An APPC study finds more social media use correlates with more vaccination, but the reason for this is different for Democrats and Republicans.
States Differ Widely in Requirements for Young Driver Training
State requirements vary widely for young driver training and a new study in JAMA Open suggests that more states should require more young driver training before granting licenses.
Syphilis Cases Are Rising, But Many People Don’t Know Symptoms
Syphilis cases are on the rise, but many Americans don’t know the symptoms, an APPC survey on sexually transmitted infections finds.