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What is an example of an infohazard?
Firstly, a definition of terms would be helpful. While we are used to thinking in three dimensions (height, width and depth), more dimensions exist beyond these. Examples include time and energy, which we can't see or touch but still very much exist.
While infohazards are often considered to be physical in nature, there is a social element. People who have experienced loss or tragedy are at risk of developing mental illnesses as well.
A particularly concerning example of this is the use of information as a weapon. A skilled adversary can easily destroy people's minds by planting ideas in them.
An example of this is the use of false flag conspiracy theories to discredit political opponents. This can be particularly effective in a world where many people are already distrustful and distrusting.
It is also possible for people to be harmed through systematic abuse of words. This may include the use of words like 'cancer' or 'Nazi', where in many cases, they appear to have lost their original meaning.
Also, the use of certain words or phrases can trigger a strong emotional reaction in people who have experienced loss. This can lead to irrational behavior.