Teens want support and understanding for their emotional struggles, not dismissal or minimization of mental health issues.
For teens, social media plays a crucial role in their interactions and identity, not just a mere distraction.
Teens value personal growth and creativity alongside academic achievement and want less pressure to perform perfectly.
Creating environments for self-expression and growth matters more to teens than imposing discipline alone.
Teens wish for acceptance that exploring and uncertainty about the future is perfectly normal.
Validation and listening without solutions are what teens crave from adults.
Teens use the internet for learning, connection, and creativity, not just idle entertainment.