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Teens Favor TikTok for News, Face Harassment Concerns

4/16/2026

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A Pew Research Center study surveyed 1,458 U.S. teens aged 13–17 about TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat and found entertainment is the primary reason for use, led by TikTok.
Black teens are more likely than White and Hispanic peers to use TikTok for news and product recommendations.
Most teens report positive experiences.
About 75% acknowledge harassment as a problem.
Parents worry about sleep and productivity.

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Story summary

A Pew Research Center study surveyed 1,458 U.S. teens aged 13–17 about TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat and found entertainment is the primary reason for use, led by TikTok.
Black teens are more likely than White and Hispanic peers to use TikTok for news and product recommendations.
Most teens report positive experiences.
About 75% acknowledge harassment as a problem.
Parents worry about sleep and productivity.