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Paediatricians, social media and blogs: Ethical considerations

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: The use of blogs, Facebook and similar social networking sites is rapidly expanding and, when compared with e-mail, may be having a significantly different impact on the traditional doctor-patient relationship. Characteristics specific to these online platforms have major implications for professional relationships, including the 'Facebook effect' (the relative permanence of postings) and the 'online disinhibition effect'. The present practice point illustrates relevant ethical considerations and provides guidance to paediatricians and others concerning the prudent professional and personal use of social networking media.

Source: Paediatrics & Child Health

DOI: 10.1093/pch/17.5.267

Authors: Thérèse St-Laurent-Gagnon, Kevin W Coughlin

Institution: Canadian Paediatric Society

Language: English

Topic: Social Media in Health Education

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,981