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What is the term used to describe the compulsive tendency to self-diagnose and search for medical information online?
What is the term used to describe the compulsive tendency to self-diagnose and search for medical information online?
- Medical anxiety disorder
- Hypochondriasis
- Cyberchondria (correct)
- Online health obsession
According to the study mentioned, what percentage of internet users rely on online information for self-diagnosis and self-treatment instead of consulting a doctor?
According to the study mentioned, what percentage of internet users rely on online information for self-diagnosis and self-treatment instead of consulting a doctor?
- 60%
- 50%
- 70% (correct)
- 80%
What percentage of self-diagnosed conditions turned out to be truly accurate, according to the study?
What percentage of self-diagnosed conditions turned out to be truly accurate, according to the study?
- 15%
- 20%
- 5%
- 10% (correct)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential reason for the development of cyberchondria?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential reason for the development of cyberchondria?
What is the term used to describe the behavior of using search engines to find health information online?
What is the term used to describe the behavior of using search engines to find health information online?
What percentage of the sample users proceeded to purchase medicinal drugs based on their self-diagnosed condition?
What percentage of the sample users proceeded to purchase medicinal drugs based on their self-diagnosed condition?
Which of the following statements is true about online health search?
Which of the following statements is true about online health search?
What is the term used to describe the process of devising one's own treatment plan based on online information?
What is the term used to describe the process of devising one's own treatment plan based on online information?
Which of the following statements is true about the accuracy of self-diagnosis?
Which of the following statements is true about the accuracy of self-diagnosis?
What is the recommended course of action if you suddenly feel dizzy or your throat starts to ache?
What is the recommended course of action if you suddenly feel dizzy or your throat starts to ache?
