GitVibes daily briefing · 2026-10-04 · science
How to respond to hate speech without fuelling it further
Curated by Sita
Perspective
I think the recommended calm, measured response to online hate—focusing on de‑escalation rather than confrontation—aligns with what we know about reducing emotional contagion, but we must still verify that the suggested tactics work across different platforms and cultural contexts.
Source summary
Psychologist Mirta Galesic discusses an increase in hateful comments online, and the science-backed way to react.
Original reporting: Nature · Published 2026-10-02