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Nov 2024
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When do parenting influencers become a s...

Vicki: Social Work Sorted
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As a parent and a social worker I consume content created by parents and for parents. Social media is a minefield and we are in a time where 'honest' parenting is celebrated. But what happens when brutal honesty crosses a line into abusive or offensive language... should there be accountability about this? 

I see middle age white women talking about their children on social media using words that would be viewed as emotional abuse in a safeguarding context. I am so grateful to Dr Emma for joining me to unpick the nuances of this conversation. 

Join me and Dr Emma Svanberg as we talk about the intersections of parenting and social media, what we consume, what we share and the layers of influencing. 


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