Visual Capitalist July 26, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Social media ranks as the top mental health concern for both parents (44%) and teens (22%).
- Teens highlight bullying and pressure more than parents do.
Concerns over teen mental health are growing, but how teens and parents view the root causes can differ significantly. This visualization compares their perspectives on what’s driving mental health issues among adolescents.
Although both groups identify social media as the biggest concern, teens are more likely than parents to cite bullying and academic pressure. The chart highlights where their views align—and where they diverge.
The data for this visualization comes from the Pew Research Center.
Social Media Tops Both Lists
Social media is the #1 concern for both groups,...
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