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The ISPCC welcomed the introduction and progression of legislation to support the introduction of an Office of Digital Safety Commissioner. The ISPCC believes that regulation of this space is essential, and that such an office would play a major role across education and awareness, monitoring areas of law reform and putting in place appropriate regulations, monitoring and supports to ensure that children are better protected online. It is imperative that a Digital Safety Commissioner is appointed and granted statutory powers.
There are many views as to what is appropriate but a good starting point is to consider what you as the parent feel is too much and why.
It’s important to consider your child’s usage in the context of how it impacts their life. How much does your child rely on their devices – have you experienced a tantrum when trying to take a tablet from a young child, or have you noticed your teenager spending hours on Instagram or Snapchat?
What is Sexting?
Sexting is when someone sends sexually explicit pictures of themselves or others via a mobile phone, email or the web.
Young people often refer to these images as ‘nudes’.
These pictures can include sexual, naked or semi-naked images or videos of themselves or others, or sending sexually explicitly-worded messages.
These messages or pictures can be sent using mobiles, tablets, smartphones, laptops – any device that allows you to share media and messages.
Parents and carers, as well as young people, can feel excited, anxious, worried and / or disappointed when Leaving Cert results time arrives.
It can be difficult to know how to provide support, but help is available for all.
There are some steps you can follow to help your child through this challenging time:
Among the services it provides, the ISPCC runs Childline and the National Missing Children's Hotline.
