Social Media Webinar for teen support
/This informative webinar examined the use of social media and support networks for teens living with chronic illness. Presenter Allison Sohanlal, CLS provided in-depth discussion of four prominent themes, connecting research to practice and real life experience to discuss current issues in the use of online support networks. Co-facilitator Katrina Edwards, a young adult living with a Mitochondrial Complex I and IV, also shared her experience using social media. Katrina has been a pediatric patient at The Hospital for Sick Children for over 19 years, and now has transitioned over to adult care. As a teen who uses UPOPOLIS, Katrina now serves as a Volunteer Mentor for the social networking site. In this role, she is very active in supporting kids and teens through their medical journeys. UPEDIA Users can access the March 5th webinar presentation and supporting resources from the Child Life Professionals area of this website.
