International Journal of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Trust and Misinformation in Youth Digital Mental Health Information-Seeking in Kenya: Implications for Diagnosis Accuracy and Treatment-Seeking Behavior
Digital platforms have become primary environments through which Kenyan youth seek mental health information, interpret psychological distress, and decide whether to pursue professional care. While digital mental health information-seeking can enhance awareness, reduce stigma, and provide immediate psychosocial support, the credibility of online content remains uneven, exposing youth to misinformation, unregulated pseudo-therapy, and algorithm-reinforced diagnostic narratives. This study examines how trust and misi …