A new study suggests that family and social networks play a vital role in individual health, and that individuals can make a positive difference in the health lives of not only themselves, but others around them. The multi-national study consisted of more than 15,000-people living in 12 countries. Fifty-one percent of respondents (through online and
A new study suggests that family and social networks play a vital role in individual health, and that individuals can make a positive difference in the health lives of not only themselves, but others around them. The multi-national study consisted of more than 15,000-people living in 12 countries. Fifty-one percent of respondents (through online and face-to-face interviews) said they turn to digital sources such as social networks for information when making health decisions. However, only 20 percent of the public are currently using tools, devices and apps to manage or track their own health. Nevertheless, 68 percent of those who do use these technologies say they have improved their health.
Psych Central, 10/7/2011
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