In Episode 5, teenager Shonagh O'Sullivan shares a deeply personal perspective on the pressures facing teenage girls in today's digital world. Drawing on her TEDx talk, Behind the Selfie, Shonagh explores issues including social media, body image, comparison, loneliness, bullying, self-worth and the impact of online culture on young people's mental health. Through personal stories and reflections, she examines the challenges many teenagers face behind the carefully curated images they share online, while calling for greater understanding, connection and support for young people.
"I want adults to finally start finding ways to help the teenager behind the selfie."
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Shonagh O'Sullivan speaking at TEDxTraleeWomen
