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LISTEN: Advice for parents and children who are worried about the "Momo Challenge"

LISTEN: Advice for parents and children who are worried about the "Momo Challenge"

Concerns are being raised across the globe about the so-called "Momo Challenge" which has been linked to suicidal behavior.

Primarily targeted at children and young adults - the challenge involves users receiving instructions to chat with a stranger via an unknown number on whatsapp.

If a player refuses to follow orders, "Momo" replies with a series of violent images and threats.

Rory Canellen is a Therapist and Clinical Coordinator with Suicide Prevention Charity Teac Tom in Kilkenny.

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Dean from Beat news spoke to Rory about what parents can do if they are worried about the "Momo Challenge"

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