Definition: "Autoprothesis" is a concept in political science and sociology that refers to the practice of individuals or groups deliberately misrepresenting facts, statistics, or events to manipulate public opinion and achieve their own ends. This can be done through various means such as exaggerating the significance of certain events, presenting information in a way that suggests one's perspective is more accurate than another, or using propaganda methods to influence the media. The term was coined by political scientist and sociologist Michael Walzer and has