Internet Safety @ St Olivers Clonmel with Dr. Maureen Griffin

"Dr. Maureen Griffin, Forensic Psychologist visited our school today and presented talks from 3rd to 6th classes, staff and parents alike on the topic of internet and phone safety, cyber bullying and other issues surrounding social media. The presentations were both informative and eye opening and we extend our thanks to Dr. Maureen Griffin for her time and expertise".

Dr. Maureen Griffin and students from St Olivers Clonmel (2015)

Dr. Maureen Griffin and students from St Olivers Clonmel (2015)

Digital life challenges for parents and children

"A presentation to parents in Cross and Passion College Kilcullen last evening concluded a day during which forensic psychologist Dr Maureen Griffin spoke with First and Fifth Year students and their teachers about dealing with the challenges of social media and the digital world". 

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Pictured are CPC teacher Margaret Kenny, who organised the talks; College Principal Catherine Moynihan; Dr Maureen Griffin; and Joan Murphy of the CPC Parents Association.

Pictured are CPC teacher Margaret Kenny, who organised the talks; College Principal Catherine Moynihan; Dr Maureen Griffin; and Joan Murphy of the CPC Parents Association.

Guest Lecture on Internet Safety & Cyberbullying by Dr Maureen Griffin

Dr Maureen Griffin with students from Coláiste Mhuire Johnstown following her guest lecture on Internet Safety & Cyberbullying (Feb 2014)

Dr Maureen Griffin with students from Coláiste Mhuire Johnstown following her guest lecture on Internet Safety & Cyberbullying (Feb 2014)

"The continuation of our Internet Safety & Cyberbullying initiatives saw staff and students at Coláiste Mhuire receive a guest lecture on Internet Safety & Cyberbullying from leading forensic psychologist Dr Maureen Griffin.  This was a very engaging presentation which brought home the harsh realities of our on-line

Dr Griffin shared her experiences from her research and from talking to students around Ireland. She spoke in detail about social media sites and Apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, WhatsApp and Viber. Her presentation centred on:
• Highlighting the potential dangers of sharing too much personal information online.
• Encouraging students to think before they upload material or send it via mobile phone.
• Creating awareness of the long term consequences of inappropriate internet or phone use.
• Encouraging respect for others when online and outlining the consequences of cyber-bulling for all involved.
• Encouraging students to maintain a happy balance between online and offline activities.
Dr Griffin explained how to use privacy settings and pointed out some of the dangers and misconceptions about the use of social media.  Dr Griffin also spent time talking about Cyberbullying, its effects and the psychological & legal consequences. Students found her presentation very clear and easy to follow".