Psychology researcher Dr. Ciara Mahon explains how the content children consume on social media affects their understanding of body image
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Eating Disorders and Social Media
Bodywhys Research and Policy Officer, Barry Murphy, talks about the effect social media can have on those living with eating disorders.
Continue readingSocial media burnout: Why it’s vital to curate a ‘feed’ that makes you happy
Social media burnout can occur when you’ve created a ‘feed’ of images and videos that leave you feeling unfulfilled, jealous and/or inferior.
Continue reading10 questions to consider before getting your child a smartphone
The decision to give your child a smartphone is big and not one to be taken lightly. Here are 10 questions to ask them before you buy it.
Continue readingCyberbullying: How parents and schools can protect children from online harassment
When it comes to school life, bullying has always been a concern. In more recent times the issue of cyberbullying has become more prevalent.
Continue readingHow to keep your child safe on Netflix
Netflix offers thousands of hours of entertainment for children. However, it also has a lot of content that is inappropriate for them.
Continue readingA Parent’s/Carer’s Guide to Social Media Platforms
In order to maintain their online safety, it’s vital for parents to know and understand the social media platforms their children are using.
Continue readingThe Do’s and Don’ts of posting pictures of your children online
There are some potential harms associated with sharenting. Here are the Dos and Don’ts to consider before posting photos of children online.
Continue readingHow well do you know your WhatsApp account?
WhatsApp is the world’s most popular instant messaging app. Here are the features that are crucial in ensuring your child’s safety online
Continue readingWhat kids need to know about Passwords and Screen Names
Once your child goes online, they need a screen name and password. Here are a few tips to make sure both are as secure as they can be
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