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Social media case studies

These case studies demonstrate the positive and negative effects social media use can have on registrant’s practice 

The examples show how positive social media use can aid in connecting with colleagues and the public, and how negative social media use can cause issues in places of work and beyond.

Developing and sharing skills and knowledge and networking with other professionals using social media

Case study: Kathy is an occupational therapist, working in the NHS, and has recently trained as a best interests assessor

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Engaging with the public about what they do via social media

Case study: Simon is a dietitian. He has recently been considering new ways of engaging with his service users and members of the public

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Raising the profile of the profession through social media

Case study: Dipak is a podiatrist who has recently started co-ordinating a campaign with his employer to promote the profession to the public

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When social media use turns to cyber bullying

Case study: Farah is a clinical psychologist who has been complaining about colleagues to her close family and friends on social media

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When social media use breaches service user confidentiality

Case study: Desmond is a radiographer who posted on social media about particular patient injuries and occasionally shared photos of their x-rays

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Our guidance on the use of social media

How to ensure you meet our standards by using social media effectively and sensitively

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Tudalen wedi'i diweddaru ymlaen: 31/08/2024