ProNurse

Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater.

I suspect (although I may be wrong) that the posts you object to are in the anonymous zone. The rest of the forum is less offensive and unprofessional because people can be identified. Your post isn't clear whether you are talking about Pronurse in general or just the cowardly zone.

As I understand it from an assortment of posts I've read and also a couple of PMs there are essentially three main responses to the anonymous zone.

Some people hide behind it and are nasty - I suspect they're a minority but I've no way to be sure about that.

Some people boycott it - if you post a question in the anonymous zone they just won't respond at all.

Some people respond in the anonymous zone but refuse to hide behind anonymity.

You can choose how you respond but I'd suggest you consider how different the rest of Pronurse is before you walk away from it all.

Cheers,

Stuart

yes, I was referring to the anonymous zone. should have made that clearer. However, I am just a bit fed up with it at the moment. I will probably tune in now and again. Perhaps I will look at the rest of the forum instead of reading the anon and getting annoyed with it.

I know there are genuine people running it and good on you for the quick response you give to people.

Anonymous says ...

I'm not sure referring to the anonymous zone as ' the cowardly zone' is particularly positive. As far as I can see, the anonymous zone is a very useful  mechanism in which members are able  to discuss matters of a sensitive nature.

I think you need to keep things in context. The idea is very good and it has been used effectively in the past. However there are a few people who seem to delight in taking the zone as a place to make contraversial comments that would never be acceptable in the open. I'm not referring to ethical and professional issues. I mean isms and prejudices. There are also a few who will see discussions which could develop into arguements and throw fat on the flames. I agree with Stuart. This zone could be so positive and supportive if used properly.

Toni (Amneris)

Anonymous says ...

I'm not sure referring to the anonymous zone as ' the cowardly zone' is particularly positive. As far as I can see, the anonymous zone is a very useful  mechanism in which members are able  to discuss matters of a sensitive nature.

Well it seems to be a fairly accurate description to me.

Cheers,

Stuart

Surely advice is something which may give you a different view point.  You don't have to follow it, just consider the prospective and make an informed judgement.

Oh come on, it's healthy to express yourself... We all have bad moods and this zone is I think a helpful outlet provided that you don't mention names and any suggestive details... For anyone who react violently, I think, is fine... that's debate.  But  watch your language as well.  Choose your words.    No fighting.   Prove your point.   You don't need to agree all the time.   be cool!!!

thats true yes its all about peoples views and how they interpret the discussions, some would say we are just arguing but isnt a good argument healthy for letting off steam and aving a moan, none of it means anything and better to let it off here than in the workplace!

that is what we are all doing now, agreeing and disagreeing

i too was upset by your this topic as i have posted a problem anonymously but do not see myself as a coward but hey what does it matter if people are a bit slaggy we are all supposed to be grown ups so just ignore those who have a funny way of putting there point across and enjoy a wonderful site!!

I originally posted on anonymous as I have a mental health disorder (or two) and was worried about applying for the Diploma in Mental Health nursing because of that.

However, I found the responses very positive, and have been accepted unconditionally onto the course I wanted.  I don't feel the need to be anonymous now, but really did when I first posted.

Tania

 Ok, answer this.......

If you are offended by the anon page, don't agree with what has been written, the topic annoys you etc etc, why on earth do you read it????

Everyone needs to let off steam, especially when you have had a bad day. The last person you want to ''have a go'' at is your partner, so surely having a site that prevents domestics and upset at home is far better than not??

I think you should have a glass of wine and relax about it, none of the comments are meant/directed at individuals (unless stated obviously) but are simply there to help people wind down and forget about the issue/problems and as previously mentioned it also occasionally helps people with a problem be it personal or professional - i.e how do i tell my friend she stinks!!! -  (see you wouldn't want to put your name to that question would you???).

Kaz.x

Kaz.x 

Anonymous says ...

 Ok, answer this.......

If you are offended by the anon page, don't agree with what has been written, the topic annoys you etc etc, why on earth do you read it????

Everyone needs to let off steam, especially when you have had a bad day. The last person you want to ''have a go'' at is your partner, so surely having a site that prevents domestics and upset at home is far better than not??

I think you should have a glass of wine and relax about it, none of the comments are meant/directed at individuals (unless stated obviously) but are simply there to help people wind down and forget about the issue/problems and as previously mentioned it also occasionally helps people with a problem be it personal or professional - i.e how do i tell my friend she stinks!!! -  (see you wouldn't want to put your name to that question would you???).

Kaz.x

 

Kaz.x 

Personally I rarely come into the anon zone anymore. I read this particular thread because it's about the zone itself which I feel very strongly about but most of them I keep away from.

You do raise an interesting point though Kaz. You seem to think it's OK to 'have a go' at others to 'let off steam' simply because you don't know them. To put it another way - so long as you don't have to put up with the repercussions of your venom then it's fine.

Are you saying then that it's fine to insult and upset others in order to maintain your own mood as though they are simply resources for you to use regardless of how they are hurt when you want to feel better? That seems to me to be a very cynical view of the rest of humanity.

Cheers,

Stuart