With the advent of social media, new realities have surfaced. There is a dire need to support continued attention and education to ensure positive mental health outcomes and well-being for those engaging in social media use. For children, adolescents, and even adult populations, safety measures must be taken to prevent online predation, exploitation, harassment, and cyberbullying. This webinar will discuss the prevalence, predictors, and cautions of adverse social media experiences among vulnerable populations. Information, strategies, and resources concerning safety will be discussed, with a special focus on supporting individuals in promoting safe outcomes when engaging in social media use.
*This webinar does not qualify for NBCC clock hours in ethics for Licensed Professional Counselors.
To earn CE credit, social workers must log in at the scheduled time, attend the entire course, and complete an online course evaluation. Certificates of completion will be emailed within 10 business days of course completion.
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Name social media benefits and safety risks when engaging in social media use.
- Identify specific mental health and wellness realities for those that are subject to cyberbullying, exploited, or abused online.
- Recognize and be aware of populations that are particularly vulnerable to online safety challenges.
- Apply strategies and resources to support clients and their families in preventing, mitigating, or addressing online safety issues and concerns.