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Darragh McCashin
Assistant professor of psychology and chair of the Observatory Project at DCU's Anti-Bullying Centre, offering expertise on online harms, masculinity and youth behaviour.
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Dec 3, 2025
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63% Of Teens Come Across Extremist Views Online, New Study Shows
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Dr. Darragh McCashin, an assistant professor at DCU's Anti-Bullying Centre, sheds light on a startling study revealing that 63% of young people encounter extremist views online. He delves into the concept of 'rage bait' and its appeal to young boys, linking it to the rise of short-form videos like TikTok. Additionally, Darragh discusses the alarming regression in masculinity influenced by figures like Andrew Tate, while advocating for tech regulation and improved media literacy to counteract the spread of misogynistic attitudes among youth.
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