Do you sleep with your mobile device? 29% of US teens now keep their mobile device in bed with them as they sleep (33% female, 26% for males). 62% of parents sleep with their device in reach of their bed.
Two findings from the new report “The New Normal: Screens and Sleep in the United States” by Common Sense media (n = 1000 (500 parents, 500 teens nationwide US) – Fieldwork February 2019)
Other interesting statistics;
Teens
- 32% Use mobile device within five minutes of waking up
- 29% Sleep with
mobile device in bed - 40% Use mobile device within five minutes of going to sleep
- 36% Wake up to check mobile device at least once during the night
Parents
23% Use mobile device within five minutes of waking up- 12% Sleep with
mobile device in bed - 26% Use mobile device within five minutes of going to sleep
- 26% Wake up to check mobile device at least once during the night
Other findings include the belief among 45% of parents and 39% of teens that they are addicted to their mobile device, and that 52% of parents and 37% regularly try to cut down on time spent with their mobile device.
The full report, which can be downloaded here, is balanced – and explicitly notes that we do not yet have compelling evidence to show that our relationship with digital devices directly harms our wellbeing.
However, we do know that good sleep promotes wellbeing. Therefore, to the degree that digital disrupts or deteriorates sleep, digital can be said to indirectly harm wellbeing.
It’s not that digital is necessarily bad for wellbeing, it’s
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I feel guilty because I also do this. I dont know why but it’s already addicting.
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Amazing! I’ll share this to my friends.
This is sad. Instead of spending time reading the bible, we are hooked to our mobiles.
I just wish we can create research too on how we can avoid this from happening.
Not surprising because I do this as well. And after reading this, I feel bad for myself. I have wasted so much time in my life.
Nearly a third (29 percent) of teens sleep with smartphones, cellphones … that have connected mobile device use before bed with poor sleep.
Sixty-eight percent of teenagers reported that they keep their mobile devices within reach at night, a telephone and online survey released Tuesday by the nonprofit Common Sense Media found.
Sixty-eight percent of teenagers reported that they keep their mobile devices within reach at night, a telephone and online survey released last week by the nonprofit Common Sense Media found. Nearly a third (29 percent) of teens sleep with smartphones, cellphones or tablets in their beds.
Amazing stats! Thank you so much for sharing.
Technology really is taking over…these stats are mind blowing.
Exploring the impact of mobile devices on sleep quality is crucial for understanding overall health and wellness. The data provided by Common Sense Media underscores a growing concern about our digital habits and their interference with essential rest. Particularly interesting is the comparison between teens and parents, highlighting a generational shift in device usage near bedtime. This insight can be valuable for developing strategies to ensure cleaner, more disciplined nighttime routines, potentially enhancing sleep hygiene and wellbeing.
These statistics underscore the pervasive influence of technology on our daily routines and its potential impact on sleep quality. Notably, a substantial percentage of both parents and teens acknowledge feeling addicted to their devices and attempt to cut down on usage.
It’s interesting to note that a significant number of teenagers now sleep with their mobile devices in bed. This habit could be attributed to various factors such as the desire for social connectivity, late-night browsing, or even using devices as alarm clocks.
If 1/3 of teens sleep with mobile devices in bed how about me? My phone’s always under my pillow at night.
Wow, these stats are kinda scary! I definitely use my phone way too much before bed. Gotta try to cut back and get some better sleep, I guess.
Wow, that’s a lot of teens sleeping with their phones! I’m surprised to see such a high percentage, especially the difference between girls and boys. It’s also interesting that parents are doing it too!
Wow, that’s a high number! It’s surprising to see that almost a third of teens sleep with their phones. The breakdown by gender is also interesting – I wonder why more girls than boys do this. Makes you think about sleep habits!
Wow, that’s a pretty high number! I’m surprised almost a third of teens are sleeping with their phones. It’s interesting to see the breakdown between girls and boys too. Makes you wonder about the impact on their sleep quality!
Wow, that’s a lot of teens sleeping with their phones! I’m surprised the number is almost a third. It’s also interesting to see the slightly higher percentage for girls compared to boys. Makes you wonder about the impact on sleep quality!
Wow, that’s a lot of teens! It’s surprising to see almost a third of them sleeping with their phones. The difference between girls and boys is interesting too. Makes you wonder about the impact on sleep quality!
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This is such an important topic. Sleep quality directly affects our digital wellbeing, and it’s concerning how many teens (and parents) are sacrificing rest for screen time. Finding the right balance between technology use and healthy sleep habits is crucial for overall wellness.
It’s concerning to see how many teens (and parents) are sleeping with their devices. The statistics about waking up to check phones during the night really highlight how digital habits are affecting our sleep quality. Finding ways to create healthier boundaries with technology, especially before bedtime, seems crucial for wellbeing.