Mikee Cinense

The Role of Internet Use in Self Diagnosis and Treatment among Young Adults in Cabanatuan City: Implications for Digital Literacy

Patricia Denise Dumlao, Frances Nicole Corpuz, Mikee Cinense, Abegail De Guzman & Cheena Mallari · Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health · 2026

Introduction: Young adults increasingly rely on the internet to search for health information and to assess symptoms prior to seeking professional care. This behavior has contributed to a growing trend in online self-diagnosis and self-treatment, raising concerns regarding misinf...