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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.

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How to talk to your teen about screentime.

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