Digital Safety Videos
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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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
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.
