Social media and the spread of the phenomenon of information pollution in the digital environment, a relationship of effect or influence

Abstract

The current study aims to highlight the relationship between social networking sites and the growing phenomenon of information pollution in society, and the resulting random dissemination and endless circulation of information, which has a negative impact on members of society in choosing and adopting the correct information. It is reliable and can be used in daily life and within scientific and academic research in particular, which requires this type of knowledge. For this reason, this article came in order to highlight the most important sources of information pollution and focus on the most widely used social networking sites (Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram) on the one hand, and how to address the most important repercussions of relying on information published through these sites.