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Survey Reveals Kids' Screen Time Soars Amid Safety Concerns

10/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Pew Research Center finds screen time among U.S. children under 12; 3,054 parents surveyed May 13–26, 2025.
About 90% watch TV; 68% use tablets; 61% have smartphones; 10% engage AI chatbots.
YouTube remains a major source; 85% of parents report their children watch it.
Two-thirds want stronger online-safety rules; 42% could improve screen-time management.

History

Historical Context

The American Academy of Pediatrics updated its media guidelines in 2015, noting that 75% of children aged 6-18 had smartphone access, reflecting a surge in digital engagement. By 2020, 90% of children under 12 watched TV, raising concerns about online safety. This trend has prompted two-thirds of parents to call for stronger regulations to protect children in an increasingly digital landscape.

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Story summary

Pew Research Center finds screen time among U.S. children under 12; 3,054 parents surveyed May 13–26, 2025.
About 90% watch TV; 68% use tablets; 61% have smartphones; 10% engage AI chatbots.
YouTube remains a major source; 85% of parents report their children watch it.
Two-thirds want stronger online-safety rules; 42% could improve screen-time management.

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