Discussion

From the results given by the respondents, the researchers discovered

that Millennials uses online health information on enriching their knowledge. They

have the curiosity of learning, The Millennials want to know certain information

specifically in this study, their health. The participants that the researchers

selected are students taking medical courses, this could be a factor that can

contribute to their curiosity in discovering certain symptoms or health information.

The respondents were also found to have critical appraisal towards the use of

online health information. They have their reservations and doubts on certain

information that is seen on the internet. They make sure that the site that they

are using would seem trustworthy and reliable. At the end of their research,

Millennials use these informations as an alternative source of information if ever

the they would get confused from the doctor or would lie to know more regarding

their conditions.

Social Initiative was also another factor that contributed to Millennials

using online health information. Millennials can have the tendency to be

concerned for their friends and family. They take note of the certain conditions,

for example finance, If it is too expensive to get treated by the doctor, they would

rather search the information online. Also if their symptoms would make

significant others worry, they would rather keep it to themselves unless these

symptoms worsens. And lastly Millennials have the urge to help their

companions.
 The last factor that the researchers discovered is Millennials reaching

towards self-actualisation. Based on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Millennials

that used online health information resulted in fear and concern for oneself,

Some, want to know what will happen to them if they followed the doctors

instructions. And others want to make sure that nothing serious would happen to

them. Millennials look for something that is immediate and easy to understand

and explain even if it is just a common symptom. Millennials want to have a

sense of independence, if they can manage on their own they would take matters

into their own hands. This could also be a reason why they prefer to keep it to

themselves and not share to their immediate family members. From what the

Millennials searched, the internet can provide answers or information that they

are looking for they end up being satisfied instead of being bothered by it. Lastly

empowerment, Millennials want to achieve the goal of self-fulfillment and overall

in seeking their personal growth.