Each day, millions of French people are looking for health information on the Internet. But what are the most sought -after psychological symptoms online this year? A study finally lifts the veil on this subject.
In France, apathy is the most sought -after psychological symptom
To carry out this study, the UNOBRAVO online psychology service analyzed the number of Google monthly research in order to identify the most frequently sought -after symptoms and emotions related to mental health.
Result ? Apathy would be the most sought after psychological symptom in France, “With 20,450 Google searches per month“. A symptom defined by HAS as a”persistent deficit in the motivation reported by the subject itself or by the surroundingse “, reflecting here”The growing concerns of the French linked to the feeling of disconnection and emotional disengagement“.
Stress would come in second position, combining 18,000 monthly research in France. “”This symptom would reflect the fears of the French linked to professional pressure, financial instability and the challenges of daily life“, Relates the press release.
Finally, the ADHD wins 3rd position. The number of French people looking for online ADHD increased by 14 %, “This makes it the most sought -after psychological disorder in France in 2025, with 185,000 monthly research“, specifies the study again.
Why did the Internet become our favorite therapist?
With the boom in new technologies and AI, many French people consult their computer to get answers. An expanding trend, according to Dr. Fiorenza Perris, Psychologist and Clinical Director of Unobravo.
“”The number of people who turn to the Internet to understand their symptoms or their psychological disorders increases quickly. Global research on mental health aid has increased by 31 % over the past year, which testifies to an increasing awareness and a desire to seek help“She says.
Moreover, “As human beings, we are naturally curious. When we feel badly – mentally or physically – we instinctively seek answers in order to be able to start solving the problem. Internet being at hand, it is easy to seek symptoms or disorders from which we think we are suffering, which often leads to autodiagnostics.“”
Another detail, which is very important: from the pandemic, attitudes with regard to mental health have evolved considerably.
“”A study (…) revealed that 48 % of people are more inclined to ask for the help of a mental health specialist than before the pandemic. This awareness highlights the growing need for psychological support, mental well-being being now addressed as frequently as physical health, which reinforces the importance of accessible psychological support“Concludes the psychologist.