Ethics is blurrier than fiction: Social Media

In today's digitally connected world, social media plays a significant role in shaping our personal and professional lives. This episode explores the complex psychological and ethical implications of social media use, particularly relevant for psychology professionals. We examine the mental health impacts of social media—including anxiety, depression, addiction, and cyberbullying—while also addressing the ethical responsibilities tied to digital engagement. The course will provide practical strategies to support clients, employees, and professionals in managing social media use responsibly. It will also review key ethical guidelines from the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) to ensure sound, informed practice in the digital age.

Includes 10 quiz questions.

This programme is valid for 1 month and you will need to complete the full programme within a month of receiving the access link.

Have a look at our other Ethics is blurrier than fiction episodes:

• Informed Consent

• How values impact the morality of decisions

• Do the means justify the ends?

• Diversity in the workplace

• The use and abuse of power

• Generational Differences

• Does “scope of practice” have a gray area? – coming soon

• The ethical considerations of work-life balance– coming soon