How parents’ views of their kids’ screen time, social media use changed during COVID-19
In April 2021, we followed up with many of the same parents surveyed in March 2020 on their children’s use of technology and social media.
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In April 2021, we followed up with many of the same parents surveyed in March 2020 on their children’s use of technology and social media.
About six-in-ten Americans (59%) see TikTok as a major or minor threat to national security in the United States.
Only 9% of adult social media users say they often post or share things about political or social issues on social media.
41% of U.S. adults say people should be able to sue social media companies for content that other users post on these companies’ platforms.
A majority of teens say a welcoming, safe online environment is more important than people being able to speak their minds freely online.
A minority of Twitter users produce a majority of tweets from U.S. adults, and the most active tweeters are less likely to view the tone or civility of discussions as a major problem on the site.
80% of Americans say social media platforms are very or somewhat effective for raising public awareness about political or social issues.
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