What Is Social Networking? And How Do I Get Clued in to LinkedIn?

Graham, Laurel

doi:10.1016/j.jada.2008.11.016

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“…In descriptive studies, users of social media in dietetic practice were all adult populations [ 35 , 38 , 39 , 86 ], with some studies specifically targeting adult women [ 38 ] and RDs and patients [ 39 ]. RDs were the main users of social media in all expert opinion papers [ 19 , 34 , 36 , 53 , 73 , 74 , 81 ].…”

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Users, Uses, and Effects of Social Media in Dietetic Practice: Scoping Review of the Quantitative and Qualitative Evidence

Dumas

Lapointe

2018

J Med Internet Res

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BackgroundSocial media platforms are increasingly used by registered dietitians (RDs) to improve knowledge translation and exchange in nutrition. However, a thorough understanding of social media in dietetic practice is lacking.ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to map and summarize the evidence about the users, uses, and effects of social media in dietetic practice to identify gaps in the literature and inform future research by using a scoping review methodology.MethodsStages for conducting the scoping review included the following: (1) identifying the research question; (2) identifying relevant studies through a comprehensive multidatabase and gray literature search strategy; (3) selecting eligible studies; (4) charting the data; and (5) collating, summarizing, and reporting results for dissemination. Finally, knowledge users (RDs working for dietetic professional associations and public health organizations) were involved in each review stage to generate practical findings.ResultsOf the 47 included studies, 34 were intervention studies, 4 were descriptive studies, 2 were content analysis studies, and 7 were expert opinion papers in dietetic practice. Discussion forums were the most frequent social media platform evaluated (n=19), followed by blogs (n=13) and social networking sites (n=10). Most studies targeted overweight and obese or healthy users, with adult populations being most studied. Social media platforms were used to deliver content as part of larger multiple component interventions for weight management. Among intervention studies using a control group with no exposition to social media, we identified positive, neutral, and mixed effects of social media for outcomes related to users’ health behaviors and status (eg, dietary intakes and body weight), participation rates, and professional knowledge. Factors associated with the characteristics of the specific social media, such as ease of use, a design for quick access to desired information, and concurrent reminders of use, were perceived as the main facilitators to the use of social media in dietetic practice, followed to a lesser extent by interactions with an RD and social support from fellow users. Barriers to social media use were mostly related to complicated access to the site and time issues.ConclusionsResearch on social media in dietetic practice is at its infancy, but it is growing fast. So far, this field of research has targeted few social media platforms, most of which were assessed in multiple-component interventions for weight management among overweight or obese adults. Trials isolating the effects and mechanisms of action of specific social media platforms are needed to draw conclusions regarding the effectiveness of those tools to support dietetic practice. Future studies should address barriers and facilitators related to the use of social media written by RDs and should explore how to make these tools useful for RDs to reach health consumers to improve health through diet.

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Users, Uses, and Effects of Social Media in Dietetic Practice: Scoping Review of the Quantitative and Qualitative Evidence

Dumas

Lapointe

2018

J Med Internet Res

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“…Consideration to protect people’s health information and how to prevent a false sense of privacy is needed (21). …”

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Health Information Seeking and Social Media Use on the Internet among People with Diabetes

Shaw

Johnson

2011

OJPHI

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Patients who are active and involved in their self-management and care are more likely to manage chronic conditions effectively (6, 26). With a 5-fold increase in the incidence of chronic illness over the past 20 years, access to information can provide patients the tools and support to self-manage their chronic illness. New media technologies can serve as tools to engage and involve patients in their health care. Due to the increasing ubiquity of the Internet and the availability of health information, patients are more easily able to seek and find information about their health.. Thus, the Internet can serve as a mechanism of empowerment (4, 5). This is especially important for people with diabetes mellitus where intensive self-management is critical.

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“…Twitter and LinkedIn are other social network platforms, among others, where RDs network and actively market their business and themselves. 21 For the pediatric RD in private practice, direct marketing techniques may be a highly effective tool to garner new referrals from pediatric professionals. 22 A letter introducing your business to the pediatricians in your area, a meeting with the professional staff, or a nutrition education seminar for nursing staff are helpful ways to introduce a new private practice, showcase your pediatric nutrition knowledge, and begin building rapport with referral sources.…”

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Pediatric Nutrition Private Practice

Castle¹

2010

ICAN: Infant, Child, & Adolescent Nutrition

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The area of private practice for the pediatric registered dietitian (RD) is an exciting and emerging field of opportunity. As the specialized nutritional concerns of children gain national emphasis, and the consumer interest for practical nutrition knowledge increases, the stage is set for the role of the pediatric RD to expand beyond the clinical, hospitalized setting to prevention and treatment and to support endeavors in the private setting. More than ever, families are seeking nutritional guidance and are in need of a reliable resource. Simultaneously, a gap is growing: patient contact time with health care professionals is decreasing while children steadily develop nutritional challenges. The pediatric RD in private practice can close this widening gap by providing nutrition services that aim to prevent and address the numerous nutritional challenges of childhood. Operating a private practice in pediatric nutrition can be a fulfilling, challenging, and creative area for pediatric RDs. Traditional one-on-one counseling, group classes and seminars, consulting, teaching, and writing are just a few examples of the myriad endeavors a pediatric RD can blend into her or his pediatric nutrition business. This article will provide an insight into the personal, practical, and business considerations for starting your own private practice in pediatric nutrition.

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What Is Social Networking? And How Do I Get Clued in to LinkedIn?

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Users, Uses, and Effects of Social Media in Dietetic Practice: Scoping Review of the Quantitative and Qualitative Evidence

Users, Uses, and Effects of Social Media in Dietetic Practice: Scoping Review of the Quantitative and Qualitative Evidence

Health Information Seeking and Social Media Use on the Internet among People with Diabetes

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