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SOCIAL MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY USE INFORMATION
The Facts:
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Screen Time
Tween (8-12): 5 hours 33 minutes/day
Teen (13-18): 8 hours 39 minutes/day
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Social Media Use
On average teens spend
1 hours 27 minutes each day
The Common Sense Census: Media Use by Tweens and Teens
See the full 2021 report on media use by tweens and teens. Use this information to start a meaningful conversation.
Videos That Can Help:
Communication Resources:
Guidelines for Screentime by Age
Here are some consequences and tips parents can use to battle screen time challenges.
4 Tips for Parents on Social Media Use
Social media can be healthy but it also comes with risk.
Conversation
Starter
How to talk to your teen about screentime.