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Social media can influence young people's mental health, relationships, and daily experiences in both positive and negative ways. Research shows that unhealthy use can put young people at risk. Communities can help reduce potential harms by promoting healthy online habits, supporting young people and families, and advancing school and policy approaches that support healthy social media use.
How often are students using social media?
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Different communities asked about this topic in different ways. Values marked with an asterisk (*) indicate that the question was not asked in that county. Results are organized by county, although participating school districts do not always align with county boundaries.
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- In Partial Hampden County, about 2 in 10 students (19%) said they used social media once an hour or more.
- About 4 in 10 students in Franklin County/North Quabbin (43%) and 3 in 10 students in Hampshire County (31%) said they used social media for 3 or more hours a day.
- In Franklin County/North Quabbin, the groups that said they used social media 3+ hours a day most commonly were cis female students (51%), LGBQ+ students (50%), and students of color (48%).
- In Hampshire County, 46% of Latine students said they used social media 3+ hours a day, more than any other group of students.
Understanding the Data
Not all students took the survey, so the results may not reflect everyone’s experiences. Also, when results are for a small number of students, even one or two different answers can noticeably change the results. This data should be considered alongside other information to better understand what students are experiencing.
- Differences across student groups or regions may be shaped by many factors, including school and community conditions, racism, classism, ableism, heterosexism, and gender-based discrimination. When interpreting the data, we encourage users to consider the broader systems and environments that shape health and well-being.
- We do not recommend comparing responses between counties because survey questions, methods, and timing may differ across the region.
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