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Navigating Social Media in Children & Adolescents: A Pediatric Perspective


Total Credits: 1 including 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit(s)

Average Rating:
   19
State Associations:
VOMA - Virginia
Faculty:
Ryan Fulton, DO
Duration:
1 Hour 04 Minutes
Expiration:
Never Expires.


Description

Learning Objectives:

Following the completion of this lecture, the participant will:

  • Increase the understanding among healthcare professionals about the impact of social media on the development and well-being of children and adolescents.
  • Educate about the potential risks associated with excessive or inappropriate social media use, such as cyberbullying, negative self-image, and mental health problems.
  • Provide practical tools and recommendations to promote responsible and balanced social media use in children and adolescents.
  • Foster media literacy skills and critical thinking to navigate social media platforms safely and make informed decisions online.
  • Discuss strategies for recognizing and addressing cyberbullying, while promoting online safety practices and responsible digital citizenship.
  • Provide relevant resources, guidelines, and references for further information and support to help support your everyday care of these patients.

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Faculty

Ryan Fulton, DO Related Seminars and Products


Dr. Fulton graduated from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM-Virginia) in 2013. He attended VTC/Carilion as a pediatric resident and finished his training in 2016, staying on as a general pediatrician in Daleville. He is also faculty at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) as well as at his alma mater, VCOM. Dr. Fulton is the Director of Quality Improvement for the residency program, as well as advisor for the advocacy rotation. Regionally, Dr. Fulton serves on the board for the Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics as well as the Medical Society of Virginia (MSV).

Disclosures: None


Accreditation Information

The Virginia Osteopathic Medical Association (VOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. VOMA designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1A CME credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.

​Grievances regarding program administration and reporting of AOA CME credits will be handled on an individual basis Initially, all grievances should be directed to VOMA Executive Director. Participants with grievances that cannot be resolved will be sent to the AOA Council on CME , 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.

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Total Reviews: 19