What do teenagers think of social media rules?
Following the announcement of a proposed EU ban on social media for under 13s and safe design rules for older teenagers, students at St Mac Dara's Community College in Templeogue in south Dublin have been giving their views.
Students at St Mac Dara's Community College in Dublin have been sharing their perspectives on social media rules proposed by the EU. Fourteen-year-old Corey Clerkin believes social media has had both positive and negative impacts, particularly in terms of cyberbullying and the need for parental oversight. Anna Freemantle, 16, asserts that parents may not fully understand the content their children consume online and that the EU rules could enhance safety and parental control.
Tadhg Condon, also 16, highlights the addictive nature of some social media platforms, noting how the tailored feeds can lead to excessive usage. Abby Bassett, 16, points out the potential negative impact on mental health, such as comparison and exposure to inappropriate content, while emphasizing her own positive experiences on social media.
The principal of St Mac Dara's, Frances Gibson, acknowledges that social media is now an integral part of school life, presenting both challenges and opportunities in terms of wellbeing, concentration, and online behavior. She believes that a combination of education, parental involvement, and responsible platform design is crucial to ensure a safer online environment for young people.
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