Cyberchondria occurs when someone is extremely anxious about their health problems, which leads them to search for their symptoms on the internet and self diagnose their disease.

The danger Cyberchondria lies in the sense of anxiety about the actual disease or just "the feeling" of suffering from a specific disease.

People with Cyberchondria believe they suffer from multiple dangerous diseases that could endanger their lives, while in fact, the symptoms felt are minor.

Reducing internet addiction and consulting a doctor are both highly recommended steps to prevent Cyberchondria.