Social Media Fueling Teen Recklessness | Ireland News

Teenage drivers are risking lives for social media clout, as seen in a deadly M9 highway crash that killed five teens and injured four—fueling fears that online validation is driving dangerous behavior. Gangs of teens film reckless stunts, including driving the wrong way, to gain views. Experts like Professor Mary Aiken demand platforms take responsibility, calling for restrictions on content that glorifies danger, since cyberspace mirrors real-world consequences—and users often act with digital disinhibition. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6593163e3cec68b6