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BEE SECURE Radar 2024: Report on the use of ICT by young people in Luxembourg
The Luxembourgish Safer Internet Centre released its annual report on trends in the online use and behaviour of young people in the country.
Ultra-violence on your smartphones: How to protect your children?
A concerning trend among school-age children is the exposure to ultra-violent scenes (torture, beheadings, war scenes) on their smartphones. Alarmingly, 25 per cent of 11 to 18 year olds are engaging in this disturbing behaviour.
France’s Screen Commission: Addressing the impact of screens on young people
A Commission was established in France to evaluate children's exposures to screens. The members interviewed young people and experts on the effects screens have on children and adolescents.
Should mobile phones be banned in schools?
It is undeniable that mobile phones play a large part of young people's lives. In schools, however, is a general ban on mobile phones necessary or are individual usage rules more sensible?
Latest helpline trends: Quarter 1, 2024
The Insafe network of helplines collects data about the types of calls received, which is analysed every three months to examine possible trends and emerging issues. The most recent helpline data covers the period from January to March 2024. This quarter, more than 16,500 contacts were made to the helpline network.
Embracing JOMO: finding joy in offline experiences
In today's hyperconnected world, where the internet has become an integral part of daily life, a new phenomenon has emerged: FOMO, or the Fear Of Missing Out. This pervasive fear drives individuals to constantly seek validation and connection online, often at the expense of their mental well-being and offline experiences. However, amidst the relentless pursuit of virtual validation, there lies a growing movement known as JOMO, or the Joy Of Missing Out. Explore the dynamics of FOMO and JOMO, their impact on mental health and productivity, and strategies for cultivating a healthier relationship with technology to promote overall well-being in the digital age.
Children and the media – a survey of 9–18-year-olds' media habits
Children and media is a survey of children and young people's digital media habits.
DigiStories: Alex – exploring healthy habits online
All teachers in the Czech Republic can now use a new educational video game on the topic of healthy habits in the digital environment. Called DigiStories: Alex, the game was published in October 2023 by One World in Schools (Jeden svět na školách/JSNS), a division of the Czech organisation People in Need (Člověk v tísni). One World in Schools is a part of the Czech Safer Internet Centre.
Relaxed Christmas season: top tips for taking a break from your mobile phone during Advent
Digital stress instead of contemplative anticipation? Right now, it's good to give up your mobile phone for a while. As we head into the festive season, the Austrian Safer Internet Centre offers you some tips on how to do it.
Tech-savvy gifting: a guide to balancing joy and digital safety
As the holiday season approaches, many parents find themselves preparing to gift their children new technological devices. It’s important to keep in mind though, that as much joy your gift might bring your child, it also comes with many responsibilities.
