Talking to your teen about respectful communication online
Elaine Byrnes, Doctoral Researcher-Psychology, NUI Galway offers advice to parents on talking to your teen about respectful
Continue ReadingElaine Byrnes, Doctoral Researcher-Psychology, NUI Galway offers advice to parents on talking to your teen about respectful
Continue ReadingÁine Lynch, CEO of the National Parents Council Primary offers advice for parents on talking to your
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Continue ReadingWorried about something you have seen online or concerned about your child? Childline and the National Parents Council Primary offer free advice and support service.
Childline is a support service for young people up to the age of 18.There is a 24hr telephone, online and mobile phone texting service.
The National Parents Council Primary enables and empowers parents to be effective partners in their children’s education.
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