Digital Wellness Lab

How are teens navigating the world of AI? Our latest Pulse Survey reveals surprising insights into their understanding and use of AI tools like Generative AI and Voice Assistants.

📉 34.5% of teens report strong AI knowledge, but 46.8% feel uncertain
❌ Over a third rarely fact-check AI-generated information
👨‍👩‍👧 25% have parents actively monitoring their AI use
💡 95% agree on the importance of using AI ethically

These findings highlight the urgent need for comprehensive tech education to ensure teens navigate the AI world safely, responsibly, and creatively.



How are teens learning to navigate the fast-evolving world of AI? Our Pulse Survey: Optimism and Uncertainty – How Teens View and Use Artificial Intelligence, reveals some surprising gaps — and opportunities — in AI education.

THE LEARNING GAP
— While many teens use AI tools like GenAI, they often lack confidence in how to use them effectively.
— Less than half have received formal training to identify bias or misinformation in AI-generated content.

FACT-CHECKING? NOT SO MUCH
— Many teens rarely or never verify the accuracy of information from AI tools, raising concerns about digital literacy.

PARENTAL GUIDANCE MATTERS
— Teens whose AI use is guided by parental rules overwhelmingly agree with these boundaries.

A SHARED BELIEF
— The majority of teens agree that learning to use GenAI responsibly — avoiding plagiarism and following laws—is critical.

These findings highlight a unique opportunity to develop comprehensive tech education that equips teens with the skills they need to thrive in an AI-driven future. Let’s work together to empower young people with the knowledge to use these tools safely, ethically, and creatively.

❄️ 🎉 Celebrating the Season with the Digital Wellness Lab Team 🎉 ❄️

This week, we came together for a festive lunch to celebrate the holiday season and reflect on all we’ve accomplished this year.

From advancing groundbreaking research on digital wellness to building partnerships that champion healthy tech use, we’re proud of the positive impact we’ve made in the lives of children, families, and communities.

Here’s to continuing our mission in the year ahead!



Laura Marciano, Michael Carter, Michael Rich, Sam Schwamm, Hannah Chidekel, Nicole Powell, David Bickham. Brinleigh Murphy-Reuter, Cori Stott, Filipa Paxaio, Zhiying (Zoey) Yue, Katrina Ho, Kaitlin Tiches.