Excessive gaming can impact vital developmental experiences like boredom, physical activity, creativity, and real-life social connection.

By providing developmentally appropriate opportunities for independence, children can build confidence, resilience, decision-making skills, and a sense of responsibility — critical attributes for successful adulthood

"Research from the American Academy of Paediatrics (2020) supports joint media engagement with television shows. The researchers found that when parents watch and discuss content with their children, it improves comprehension, critical thinking, and emotional understanding"

"I have observed a lack of direction among young people as they near the end of secondary school. While I recognise that most 18-year- olds are not ‘sure’ about what they want to do with the rest of their lives, there has been a noticeable decline in clarity."

"It is shaped by environment, opportunity, and belief. When children believe their education is preparing them for the future, they become more engaged in their learning."

In a novel move, the law introduces a “double anonymity” mechanism, involving an independent third party overseeing the age verification process.

Students can benefit from setting SMART goals: Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.

A UNICEF report has revealed that Irish teenagers are among the least satisfied with life in high-income countries

Often seen as relics of the past, youth clubs are vital for the social, emotional, and psychological rehabilitation of today's younger generation

In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world, raising adolescent girls can feel like walking a tightrope