Monday, March 18, 2024

Parenting Pointers - Parenting and Social Media Study

 Both parents and kids alike are spending a TON of time scrolling through their social media feed. But what's something surprising? Many parents are using their time online to learn about how to be even more wonderful, dedicated parents than they already are. 

Preply (a language learning app) surveyed 1,000 Americans on their experiences and preferences with learning on social media platforms. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Americans spend over 5 hours per week learning on social media. 

  • The top social media platforms used for learning: 1. Reddit 2. Tiktok 3. Facebook. 
  • The most popular topics Americans learn about on social: 1. Health and wellness 2. Cooking and baking 3. Technology. 
    • Parenting as a whole is the #13 most popular topic to learn about online.
  • More than half (58%) believe that social media does more good than harm. 
  • 75% of parents are learning about child development on social media. 
    • 68% are learning about child behavior management on social media.

Take a look at the full report 

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