Assistant Commissioner Jennifer Dolan explains how our personal data is used for advertising and profiling.
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Data Protection and Social Media platforms
Research and Policy officer Andrew Carroll explains the link between social media and data protection.
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Assistant Commissioner Jennifer Dolan explains the laws around data protection and why we need them.
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Clinical psychologist Dr David Coleman discusses why some young people start to bully others online.
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Cyberpsychology expert Dr Nicola Fox Hamilton discusses the best way to talk to your teen about online dating.
Top Tip: Young people need to be aware that the person they think they’re talking to might not be who they are in real life.
How to talk to your child about online pornography
Cyberpsychology expert Dr Nicola Fox Hamilton talks about how to broach the topic of online pornography.
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Author Dr Ciarán Mc Mahon breaks down the meaning of ‘social capital’ and why we need it.
Top Tip: Ask your children why they follow certain people online.
Seizing online opportunities as a young person
European Digital Girl of the Year Aoibheann Mangan talks about seizing the opportunities of the online world while practicing online safety.
Top Tip: Only talk online to people you know and make sure the privacy settings are activated on your devices.
The Importance of Online Empathy
Clinical psychologist Dr David Coleman explains the importance of teaching your children online empathy.
Top Tip: In the online world, children don’t get immediate feedback so you have to help them understand how their words can impact others.
Simple ways to reduce anxiety and boost brain health
It’s not easy being a parent so if you find yourself becoming anxious, try these simple ways to reduce anxiety and boost brain health
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