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Perceived difficulties relating to a lack of trust in the Web.
| Perceived difficulties | Associated impairments, limitations in activities of daily life, and diagnostic criteria |
| Self-disclosure onlinea,b | Worry, perfectionism, and low self-confidence |
| Feeling safe onlinea | Worry, feelings of vulnerability, and withdrawal |
aDifficulty reported for persona with depression.
bDifficulty reported for persona with an anxiety disorder.
