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Cancel culture refers to the widespread public shaming and boycotting of individuals, organizations, or entities deemed to have acted in a socially unacceptable manner, often through social media platforms like [[twitter|Twitter]] and [[instagram|Instagram]]. This phenomenon has sparked intense debates about [[free-speech|free speech]], [[social-justice|social justice]], and the limits of public scrutiny, with some arguing it is a necessary tool for promoting social justice, while others see it as a form of mob mentality that stifles constructive dialogue. A study by [[harvard-university|Harvard University]] found that online shaming can have significant negative effects on [[mental-health|mental health]] and well-being.