We’ve all done this at least once before - Visiting Dr Google for a diagnosis. Researchers are unraveling the psychological reasons why some people relentlessly self-diagnose themselves online for hours a day.

Produced by: Kelly Anissa

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs, Tee Shiao Eek, Kelly Anissa

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