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Alex Cooney
Chief Executive of CyberSafeKids and online safety advocate, specialising in child internet safety, platform reform and age verification issues.
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Dec 4, 2025
• 12min
Should Ireland Ban Under-16s From Social Media?
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Join Alex Cooney, Chief Executive of CyberSafeKids, and Professor Matthew Sadlier, a leading psychiatrist focusing on youth mental health, as they explore the implications of banning social media for under-16s in Ireland. They discuss the flaws in current platform safety measures and outline urgent mental health risks tied to excessive screen time, including anxiety and depression. Both advocates suggest that stronger regulations and parental guidance are crucial for creating a safer online environment for children. It's a vital conversation about the digital future!
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