How Social Media can inform the way children view Body Image
Psychology researcher Dr. Ciara Mahon explains how the content children consume on social media affects their understanding of body image
Digital Safety Videos
Get expert advice in the area of children’s online safety from the people who deal with it on a daily basis.
From child psychologists and psychotherapists to members of the Data Protection Commission and Garda Online Child Exploitation Unit, these videos take a comprehensive look at the potential situations your child may face when they start their online journey.
Speakers include Dr Colman Noctor, Dr Nicola Fox-Hamilton, Newstalk tech correspondent Jess Kelly, Detective Sergeant Mike Smyth, Assistant Data Commissioner Jennifer Dolan and many more.
We are delighted to share several videos from our partners in children’s online safety, Webwise.ie.
Visit the Webwise Parents Hub for more practical advice on key online safety and digital citizenship topics including videos from parenting, technology, and education experts, along with Talking Points to start a conversation with your child, and Explainer Guides to popular apps and platforms.
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Coping with ‘The Threat of Invisibility’ when using social media
Author Dr Ciarán Mc Mahon highlights the detrimental effect of trying to
Finding meaningful and personal connection through social media platforms
Author Dr Ciarán Mc Mahon breaks down the meaning of ‘social capital’
The importance of being a good social media role model for your child
Author Dr Ciarán Mc Mahon discusses the concept of ‘context collapse’ –
Webwise: Screen time – what parents need to know
Áine Lynch, CEO of the National Parents Council Primary offers advice on effectively managing screen time.
Webwise: Sexting – What Parents Need to Know
Elaine Byrnes, Doctoral Researcher-Psychology, NUI Galway explains why teens may get involved in sexting and offers advice on how parents can talk to their teen about image-sharing.
