Personality Traits and Cyberchondria: Investigating the Mediating Role of Rumination among Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

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This study examined the relationship between personality traits and cyberchondria using rumination as a mediator in women diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It was hypothesized that there will be a significant relationship between personality traits and cyberchondria in women with PCOS. Additionally, each personality trait will likely to predict cyberchondria. Furthermore, rumination will significantly mediate the relationship between traits of personality and cyberchondria. Correlational research design was used employing non-probability purposive sampling technique, to recruit the participants and data collection. The data were collected using Big Five Inventory, Rumination Response Style Questionnaire, and Cyberchondria Severity Scale. Correlational analysis, multiple regression and mediation analysis were performed. Findings confirmed a significant correlation between extraversion and cyberchondria and rumination and cyberchondria. Results also revealed that extraversion and rumination are significant predictors of cyberchondria. In conclusion, rumination acts as a significant mediator between conscientiousness and cyberchondria, agreeableness and cyberchondria and neuroticism and cyberchondria. This study fills the research gap by spreading awareness to all those women with different personality traits who are experiencing PCOS. Individuals who know themselves better can control themselves more efficiently. This research can also provide guidance in the development of therapeutic interventions for cyberchondria, particularly for women with PCOS.