Showing results for "social media"

BOOK

Accountable: The True Story of a Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives It Changed

age 14+

Timely must-read true story about racism and social media.

By: Dashka Slater (2023)

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ARTICLE

How Colleges Use Kids' Social Media Feeds

ARTICLE

11 Social Media Red Flags Parents Should Know About

RESEARCH

Social Media, Social Life: Teens Reveal Their Experiences, 2018

Teens use media in unexpected and meaningful ways. This report surveys young people about how social media affects their social and emotional well-being, for better or worse, and explores the major changes and trends in social media use since 2012.

Teen Social Media Infographic from Common Sense Media

Social Media, Social Life Infographic

EDITORS' PICKS

Safer Social Media and Messaging Apps for Kids

See what's out there besides Facebook and Twitter.

RESEARCH

A Double-Edged Sword: How Diverse Communities of Young People Think About the Multifaceted Relationship Between Social Media and Mental Health

Social media continues to provide both benefits and costs for young people when it comes to supporting their mental health and well-being. Our new report reveals its stronger impacts on youth of color, LGBTQ+ youth, and youth with depressive symptoms.

ARTICLE

5 Reasons You Don't Need to Worry About Kids and Social Media

RESEARCH

Teens and Mental Health: How Girls Really Feel About Social Media

Teen girls have a complicated relationship with social media. But a new report from Common Sense looks at the platforms and features that girls like and dislike—giving us a chance to improve their experience online.