Always when researching, it is important to make sure that the information you are receiving is reliable and accurate, and can help you in the best way possible. There are many sources from which information and help can be found, but, especially on the internet, it isn't always correct, and can be misleading.
Some places you can find information include:
Some ways to evaluate validity on the internet include:
Look at the domain; .gov, .edu, .org, .au
Is the website supported by health credibility?
Does it reference sources?
When was it published or last updated?
Does it have a professional layout?
Is it easy to access the information?
Make sure to cross check info and details; e.g. dates, names
Does it use professional language?
Does it use bias?
Who is the author?
Some places you can find information include:
- Parents
- Doctors
- PDHPE teachers - specific to that subject
- Medical websites
- Health practitioners
- Counsellors
- Internet
Some ways to evaluate validity on the internet include:
Look at the domain; .gov, .edu, .org, .au
Is the website supported by health credibility?
Does it reference sources?
When was it published or last updated?
Does it have a professional layout?
Is it easy to access the information?
Make sure to cross check info and details; e.g. dates, names
Does it use professional language?
Does it use bias?
Who is the author?