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De-influencing

The practice of deliberately recommending against a product or trend, often as a counter-trend on social media. Teens use it to show authenticity by pointing out overhyped or low-quality items. Reflects how peer recommendations work online, but parents should know this is now how teens share opinions.

How kids use it

TikTok trend where creators say 'de-influencing: here are things you should NOT buy'

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