Social Media Screentime: In today’s digital world, Gen Z (born between 1997-2012) youth live completely surrounded by technology and social media. They are called digital natives. They cannot stay away from their smartphones and social platforms for even a moment. They spend most of their lives on them.

How much time does Gen Z spend on social media?

According to a report by Mumbai-based tech firm Vicino, Gen Z youth spend around 4-6 hours every day on social media platforms. They spend a lot of time on Instagram Reels, Stories, YouTube short videos, Snapchat, Reddit, memes, and peer-generated content. Most of this time is spent watching short videos and stories, which immediately grab their attention and keep them scrolling.

What are the most used apps?

Instagram: For Reels, Stories

YouTube: For short videos, tutorials

Snapchat: For direct communication with friends

Reddit: For memes, community discussions, and trending topics

What type of content does Gen Z like?

Short-form videos, i.e. 15-30 second reels or shorts.
Memes, which include comedy, politics, and witty comments.
Peer-generated content, where real people, real stories.

Watch your children.

Experts say that you should know how much time your children spend on their phones every day. Spending 4 to 6 hours on social media can be detrimental to their health. This can lead to problems like eye strain, sleep problems, lack of concentration, and reduced social interaction. So, you should take care of your children’s health yourself.

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