While the phrase “fake news” has become increasingly popular over the last half decade, the matter of mis- and disinformation has been a perpetual social issue for thousands of years. In more recent times, examples of mis- and disinformation have been the catalyst for various adverse events. Mis- and disinformation can be seen in all sectors of life, from politics to health. False or falsified information can have a tremendous effect on the consumer and population at large. I examine historical and recent instances of mis- and disinformation through a psychosocial lens and discuss potential solutions to the dilemma of false information.