Professional Ethics of Psychologists and Educators in the Digital Space of Social Media

On May 13, 2026, the Department of Pedagogy of the Faculty of Psychological and Pedagogical Education and Arts of Berdуansk State Pedagogical University held a sectional meeting within the framework of the Days of Science–2026., Associate Professor of the Department of Pedagogy, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Nadiia DIRA conducted a workshop titled “Professional Ethics of Psychologists and Educators in the Digital Space of Social Media.”

Today, social media has become not only a platform for communication and professional development, but also a space of increased ethical responsibility for specialists in helping professions. That is why the topic of the workshop proved to be highly relevant and sparked lively interest among the participants.

During the event, participants discussed key issues of professional ethics in the digital environment: maintaining confidentiality in the work of psychologists, professional boundaries in interaction with clients, students, and parents, ethical risks related to publishing professional content on social media, specialists’ responsibility for their own digital behavior, as well as the problem of blurred personal and professional boundaries online. Special attention was given to the analysis of real-life cases, which became the basis for a professional discussion on protecting human vulnerability and maintaining trust in “specialist–client” relationships.

The participants actively engaged in the discussion, reflecting on the modern challenges posed by the digital space. After all, professional ethics is not only about rules, but above all about responsibility for the person who entrusts us with their experiences, emotions, and vulnerability.

The event once again confirmed that the formation of an ethical culture in the digital environment is an integral part of training modern educators and psychologists who are able to act responsibly in the face of contemporary challenges. It is the ethical maturity of a specialist that serves as the foundation of trust ­ the most valuable resource in helping professions.

Based on the materials of the Department of Pedagogy