Council
Children, Teenagers, Technology and the Online World with Dr David Coleman - A Skills for Life Event
Tuesday, 18th September at 7.00 p.m.
Children have access to vast amounts of technology and many of their devices will allow them to connect straight to the Internet. In some ways these are beneficial advances, but there is growing evidence from research that too much exposure to technology is very bad for children's and teenagers' emotional and psychological development.
In this presentation David will look at the impact that technology and the Internet are having on children and teenagers and how you can talk to them about the ups and the downs of what they encounter online.
David will deliver the talk with his usual blend of expertise and humour. He will discuss a range of practical tips for some of the healthier habits parents might want to establish regarding technology use. There will also be time for an open forum Q&A at the end.
Venue: Trim Library and Swift Cultural Centre
Date: Tuesday, 18th September
Time: 7.00 - 8.00 pm
Booking
Booking is essential for this event.
Book a place online or contact Trim Library
Email trimlib@meathcoco.ie
Phone: 046-9436063
David Coleman is a clinical psychologist, specialising in working with children, teenagers and their families with over 20 years experience. He is also Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Psychology, UCD.
In his clinical practice he meets with children and teenagers with a whole host of psychological issues ranging from anxiety, to self-harm, bullying, social isolation, school related difficulties, family conflict, challenging behaviour, abuse related trauma, coping with chronic medical issues and sometimes works exclusively with parents on their parenting of their family.
David has made television programmes dealing with parenting, child development, teenagehood and bullying. He still gives expert opinion on shows like Ireland AM, Today with Maura and Daithi, RTÉ Primetime and Growing Up Live.
