Psychologists' Advice: Ethical Lines Blurred?

Psychologists and Advice: A Matter of Ethics and Education In a recent video uploaded to social media, psychologist edita_ivanovna sparked a debate about the role of psychologists in giving advice. Filmed in London, the video challenges the common expectation that psychologists should provide direct advice to their clients. edita_ivanovna argues that while psychologists can and do share psychological insights through public platforms such as articles and broadcasts, this differs from the clinical provision of advice. She uses the term "psycho-education" to describe the public dissemination of psychological information. "Psychologists can offer recommendations in public spaces," edita_ivanovna explains, "but it's not our obligation to give direct advice." She further emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between a psychologist's role in a therapeutic setting and their role in educating the public. The video has garnered considerable attention, generating discussion about the boundaries of professional practice and the public understanding of psychology. The video concludes with a call for a clearer understanding of the distinction between advice and psycho-education, highlighting the need for responsible information sharing within the field of psychology.