Research Briefs
Staying current with the latest digital wellness research
In addition to our own research, we rely on the work of other researchers and organizations to gain an understanding of the effects of digital media and technology on young people. Research briefs are one way that we share the relevant findings of a particular study (or research on a specific topic) with our supporters and the general public.
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Young People’s Sense of Belonging Online
This research brief explores online community spaces on social media and gaming platforms, describing how online connections can be both positive and negative for young people.
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Young People, Body Image and Social Media
In this research brief, we explore the effects of popular media on social comparison and body image, as well as steps that can be taken to protect children.
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Advocacy and Activism Online
In this research brief, we explore youth advocacy and activism online in order to understand what they are experiencing and how it may affect them now and in the future.
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Safety and Surveillance Software Practices as a Parent in the Digital World
Introduction For many parents, the digital landscape their children are growing up in is vastly different than the one they grew up in. In a recent survey, 66% of parents…
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Children’s Views on Gaming
The Landscape of Gaming for Children and Adolescents Video gaming is an extremely popular pastime for children, adolescents, and young adults. In the U.S., teens and tweens who game are…
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Children & Artificial Intelligence
Introduction & Methods This literature review examines the existing research on artificial intelligence (or, AI) in media and human relations. Although it is used in a variety of contexts and…
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Inspired Internet Pledge
Background In June, 2023, we launched the Inspired Internet Pledge, a commitment by tech companies and the industry at large to work collaboratively with one common goal: to make the…
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Digital Citizenship and Media Literacy
This research brief was inspired by, and focused on information originally published by Elizabeth (Libby) Hunt, a colleague at the Digital Wellness Lab, in Encyclopedia of Child and Adolescent Health…
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“Sharenting” and Child Influencers
What is Sharenting? The rapid rise of social media has made it easier than ever to share pictures with family and friends collectively. Platforms like Facebook and other social media…