Digital Hub Videos
Online Consent: How Social Media Affects Adolescent Relationships
Sexologist and Co-Lead on the Active* Consent programme Dr. Siobhán O’Higgins talks about the effect of social media on our teens
18 July 2022
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Cyberbullying: How parents and schools can protect children from online harassment
When it comes to school life, bullying has always been a concern. However, in more recent times the issue of cyberbullying has become more prevalent. Even the word itself brings
24 September 2021
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Online video games and children: How to control their spending
When it comes to entertaining children of any age, particularly during the school holidays, the pastime of choice for many children and teenagers is playing video games.
18 August 2021
Abuse and Bullying
7 reasons why a child might bully others online and the signs to look out for
If you’re worried that your child may be bullying someone online, there are certain signs you can watch out for.
22 April 2021
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What does cyberbullying look like?
Cyberbullying can take several forms and rarely affords any ‘time-out’ for the bullied person due to the relentless nature of the behaviour.
26 March 2021
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What to do if your child experiences cyberbullying
It can be an upsetting time but there are practical steps you can take if you think your child is experiencing cyberbullying
26 March 2021
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The Filter Factor: How much can you block from your child?
With most online sites and services offering kid-friendly settings, it can be tempting to assume that your child is in safe hands.
26 March 2021
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5 ways to show your child that you’re tech-savvy
If you remember a time when the easiest way to answer a question was to find it in a book, you’re most likely a so-called ‘digital immigrant’.
26 March 2021
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How to build your child’s online confidence
Building your child’s online confidence means they’re more likely to come to you if they encounter something that upsets them.
26 March 2021
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How to talk to your child about online pornography
Most parents dread having a conversation about online pornography with their child or teenager but it’s an important one to have.
26 March 2021