Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Turkish Journal of Science and Health, 2025 (Hakemli Dergi)
Purpose: This descriptive study aimed to investigate the levels of cyberchondria among care personnel working in institutional settings.
Material and Methods: The study included 93 personnel from care centers in Sivas province, Türkiye. No sampling method was employed; all personnel meeting the inclusion criteria and willing to participate were included. Data were collected using the Cyberchondria Severity Scale–Short Form (CSS-12), along with a sociodemographic questionnaire covering variables such as age, gender, education level, smoking status, and previous training. All ethical and institutional permissions were obtained prior to data collection.
Results: Findings revealed that mild levels of cyberchondria were prevalent among participants. Significant associations were found between cyberchondria levels and sociodemographic variables including age, gender, education, and smoking. Specifically, lower education levels and smoking were linked to higher cyberchondria scores.
Conclusion:The results indicate the importance of implementing regular, targeted health and care trainings to reduce the risk of cyberchondria. Furthermore, ensuring access to credible health resources in institutional settings is essential for mitigating anxiety and preventing misinformation-related behaviors among care personnel.