https://gphjournal.org/index.php/hsn/issue/feed 2026-01-08T10:12:46+00:00 Dr. EKEKE, JOHN NDUBUEZE drekekejohn@gmail.com Open Journal Systems <p style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-size: 16px; color: #333;"><strong>GPH-International Journal of Health Sciences and Nursing (e-ISSN <a href="https://portal.issn.org/resource/ISSN/3050-9629" target="_blank" rel="noopener">3050-9629</a>)</strong> is a peer-reviewed, open-access international journal published on a <strong>quarterly basis (four issues per year)</strong>. The journal is dedicated to advancing research and professional practice in health sciences and nursing. It publishes original research articles, review papers, and case studies that explore innovative and evidence-based approaches to patient care, clinical practice, healthcare management, public health, and nursing education. The journal provides a global platform for healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and policymakers to share scholarly insights and contribute to improved health outcomes worldwide.</p> https://gphjournal.org/index.php/hsn/article/view/2205 2026-01-08T10:12:46+00:00 Yusuf Baba IBRAHIM yusufbabs1010@gmail.com Jacob Erinola AROKOYO Jacob.arokoyo@fulokoja.edu.ng Musa AMEH Ameh.musa@tau.edu.ng Monday Joseph AINA Ainamonday246@gmail.com

<p>The proliferation of internet access and digital technologies has significantly transformed socio-economic interactions globally. In Nigeria, however, this digital expansion has coincided with a marked rise in internet-based fraud, popularly known as “Yahoo-Yahoo.” While a growing body of literature has examined the criminological, economic, and security dimensions of internet fraud, limited attention has been given to the health related consequences experienced by youths involved in these activities. This study examined the health related effects of involvement in internet fraud among youths in Anyigba, Dekina Local Government Area (LGA), Kogi State, Nigeria. A mixed methods cross-sectional design was adopted. Quantitative data were collected from 420 youths aged 18-35 years using a structured questionnaire, while qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews. The findings revealed high levels of direct and indirect involvement in internet fraud and demonstrated significant associations with psychological stress, anxiety, sleep disturbance, substance use, physical health complaints, and social relationship strain. The study concludes that youth involvement in internet fraud constitutes not only a legal and economic challenge but also a public health and social wellbeing concern. Integrated interventions that combine cybercrime prevention with mental health support, youth employment initiatives, and community based social interventions are recommended.</p>

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