A recent report highlights a significant shift in social media preferences among teenagers, signalling a decline in Snapchat's popularity.
The study, which surveyed 203 teenagers aged 11 to 17 in the US, unveiled some eye-opening trends in their digital behaviour.
Teenagers today are bombarded with an astonishing average of 237 daily notifications, with a surprising majority occurring during school hours.
These notifications are not only disruptive but also impact sleep patterns, as 49% of respondents admitted. Furthermore, 18% confessed to staying awake primarily due to these alerts.
The study revealed that teenagers are receiving close to 5,000 notifications daily across their devices. This incessant distraction hinders their engagement in daily activities and schoolwork.
The allure of these notifications triggers chemical signals in their brains, creating a strong addiction.
While Snapchat once held sway, TikTok and YouTube have now emerged as the favoured platforms. TikTok, in particular, accounted for 38% of daily usage, with many students watching videos between classes or during chats. YouTube also garnered 18% of their attention.
These findings underscore a significant shift away from platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, which were once considered the go-to social media platforms.
Video-based apps now dominate teenagers' preferences, captivating a wider audience.
Snapchat, cognizant of this trend, aims to expand its user base, targeting countries like Spain, Mexico, Italy, and Japan. The platform intends to introduce new features to attract a more diverse audience.
These insights come amidst Snapchat's celebration of reaching a milestone of 397 million active users globally in Q2 2023.
