Boundaries

There is also the corresponding need to set appropriate boundaries in our dealings with students. This can be challenging in smaller institutions, with small classes, and with taught post-graduate students, when regular on-going contact can establish a closer and sometimes more informal link.

It is important in all circumstances to retain the student/staff relationship; in some rural communities, this can be even more challenging, when the roles can become blurred by mutual friendships, localised professional contact etc.

It is important for all university staff that unless you are specifically qualified to do so that you do not try to offer health advice and or counselling. For example, do not comment on medication; do not give your opinion about therapy or what might work best for them.

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