Regarding psychology in the media, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Psychology is a popular topic in contemporary media.
B) Most of the time, media stories regarding psychology are based more on critical thinking and science rather than just entertainment value.
C) Modern media, especially the Internet, function as a giant "echo chamber" awash with rumors, hoaxes, half-truths, and urban legends.
D) Reports in the popular media tend to be made with a definite bias toward reporting "astonishing" findings and telling interesting stories.
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