ABSTRACT: The use of social networking sites in our daily lives has increased significantly over recent years and still continues to do so (Alloway & Alloway 2012). Extensive literature addresses the negative impact social networking sites are having in academia (Sheng, Hsu & Wu 2011; Paul, Baker & Cochran 2012); however, literature concerning the impact of social networking sites on relationships in the working environment is less evident at present. This article discusses some of the findings from a research study, aimed at veterinary professionals and their human nursing counterparts, regarding the perceived effects of the use of social networking sites on relationships within a working team. The analysis includes responses from 238 participants from across the United Kingdom.

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Stephanie Almond BSc(Hons) RVN

Stephanie graduated from Hartpury College and qualified as an RVN in 2013, gaining BSc(Hons) in Veterinary Nursing Science. She is now working in a first opinion small animal practice and hopes to start her Advanced Nursing Diploma this year

Keywords: Feature, Networking, Relationships

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 29 (10) • October 2014 • pp339-341

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