Bianca saw a headline in her online news feed that read, "Scientists discover a new drug that treats depression." As a critical thinker, how should Bianca proceed?

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As a critical thinker, Bianca should read the article to determine the source of the claim. This would allow her to evaluate the credibility of the study and the drug being discussed, as well as any potential biases or limitations in the research. Simply reposting the headline or assuming it is untrue based on being on the internet would not be an effective or evidence-based approach to evaluating the claim. Searching the internet for additional sources may also be helpful, but should not replace reading the original article and evaluating the study's methods and results.

Bianca Saw a Headline in Her Online News Feed That