Dec 4, 2024
By Kerry Gallagher Last month, Common Sense released research about the pressures teens feel to achieve and be exceptional. Game Plan: 56% of American teens feel pressure to have their future life path figured out (e.g., college, career, relationships). Achievement:...
Nov 20, 2024
By Kerry Gallagher The CDC released new research last month showing that, excluding time spent on homework, 50% of teens ages 12 to 17 spend 4 or more hours per day on screens. There were differences in screen time among young teens vs. older teens, boys vs. girls,...
Nov 13, 2024
By Kerry Gallagher When asked what they do with their free time online, 91% of Gen Z boys report they regularly play video games online. 91% of those who play do so with others rather than alone, and 90% play with others they know in person. This makes online gaming...
Nov 6, 2024
By Kerry Gallagher Last week the News Literacy Project released the results of their survey of teens’ attitudes, habits, and skills with news media. Here are some key results: Regardless of age, only 18% of teens could accurately distinguish between 6 different types...
Oct 30, 2024
By Kerry Gallagher Pew released research – in this highly interactive article – showing the answers to the question: Is it harder to be a teen today? Or was it harder in previous generations? 69% of U.S. parents of teens ages 13-17 say it is harder being a teenager...
Oct 23, 2024
By Kerry Gallagher According to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, “September 2024 was the best month yet for legal sports wagering operators since Massachusetts legalized betting in early 2023.” Bettors put $678.75 million on the line and 97% of that was wagered...
