In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we explore how strong, supportive relationships between parents and children are one of the most effective protectors against online harm. Creating a safe space for open, age-appropriate conversations helps build empathy, promotes healthy values, and supports children to navigate an increasingly complex digital world with confidence.
Our guest, Alex Cooney, CEO and co-founder of Cyber Safe Kids, shares insights into the real impact of the online environment on our children’s lives. We discuss the risks of exposure to harmful online content, including pornography and misogynistic messaging, and how parents can support children in developing critical thinking and resilience. Alex explains that Cyber Safe Kids mission is to educate parents about online safety and highlight the Same Rules Apply campaign, which encourages parents to apply the same principles to online parenting as they do offline; setting boundaries, staying involved, and keeping communication open. To get in touch with the podcast email Healthandwellbeing.communications@hse.ie and for further information visit www.cybersafekids.ie.
Please see links to useful resources as mentioned during the discussion:
- https://spunout.ie/
- https://jigsaw.ie/
- https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
- https://www.webwise.ie/
- https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
- https://www.keepitrealonline.govt.nz/
Produced by GKMedia.ie
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