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One-fifth of under-12s fall asleep watching a screen

Families and workplaces are being urged to switch off all smart devices from 7pm today and take a...

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15.40 16 Oct 2026


One-fifth of under-12s fall asleep watching a screen


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15.40 16 Oct 2026


Families and workplaces are being urged to switch off all smart devices from 7pm today and take a 24-hour break from the online world. It is part of CyberBreak 2026, an initiative supported by the HSE. 

Family Psychotherapist, columnist with the Examiner and Co-host of ‘They Mess You Up With’ Podcast Richard Hogan joined us on the Hard Shoulder this evening.


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