In this article, Michelle Blanchard argues that "blocking access to social networking sites may reduce the risk of any of these complex issues arising, but it also eliminates the opportunity for professionals who work with 14-24 year olds to develop their understanding of the online spaces that young people occupy and to develop innovative ways of engaging their clients." She goes onto provide some tips for those who might be new to using social networking sites or looking to explore their use in engaging young people.

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