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Number of times social networks were contacted in responding to symptoms (Pakistan, 2012–2013)
| Response | Social network | |||
| Spouse | Other members of household | Other relatives | Friend/colleague/neighbour | |
| Talking to someone about symptoms | 129 | 374 | 40 | 205 |
| Trying home remedies | 42 | 144 | 18 | 34 |
| Self-medication | 28 | 153 | 10 | 40 |
| Seeking help | 3 | 27 | 5 | 12 |
| ‘Other’ action | 19 | 56 | 5 | 12 |
