According to Pew Research Center, “teens say social media helps strengthen friendships, provide emotional support, but can also lead to drama, feeling pressure to post certain types of content.” Even teens who do not post on social media follow friends and influencers there. Some just post in group chats with friends, but the pressure to post certain types of content in those closed groups exists as well. Share the statistics in this graphic from Pew with the teens you care for. Then ask them:
- How does this information compare to your experience and feelings?
- Can you draw any conclusions from this information that can help you in the future?