# Phones in Care: Risks and Realities | Cork News

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Podcast: [Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cork-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612488)
Published: 2026-09-14T17:29:20+00:00
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A judge has sounded the alarm over how Tusla manages children’s phone use, questioning whether any clear guidelines exist and warning that excessive screen time can harm kids — even causing school absences. He cited a chilling case where Snapchat was called a “haven for paedophiles,” urging parents to examine their own digital habits. In court, Tusla’s lawyer acknowledged internal discussions on phone restrictions. Meanwhile, a boy in care stayed up all night scrolling, ignoring calls to limit internet access — and later absconded. Another case involved a 16-year-old with body dysmorphia in a UK facility costing nearly a million euros annually, who improved after surgery. EPIC’s CEO responded, stressing that children with complex needs are falling through the cracks without proper placements and calling for early intervention and targeted therapy to prevent crises. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41910952.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8a8ac4b02dd133c7 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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