Individual protective actions with social support seeking in an online health community: two observational cross-sectional studies during public health emergencies
Abstract In public health emergencies, there is a critical need for accurate informational and emotional support to counteract misinformation and trauma. Online Health Communities (OHCs) serve as essential resources for real-time health counseling and support. This study investigates how OHCs facili...
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| Main Authors: | Shanshan Guo, Yun Chen, Yuanyuan Dang, Xiao Li |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Springer Nature
2025-04-01
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| Series: | Humanities & Social Sciences Communications |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-025-04871-3 |
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