Surveys: most teens use AI for schoolwork and emotional support
New surveys find that most tweens and teens use AI for both schoolwork and emotional support. Research by Common Sense Media finds that half of children use social media platforms and AI chatbots built for older users (27–30 October 2026).
Who is affected and how
- parent
- It is worth talking separately with your child about AI use for learning and for emotional purposes.
- teacher
- Students' AI use extends beyond schoolwork to seeking emotional support, which is worth considering when setting classroom rules.
- school leader
- School AI policies need to address students' emotional use of AI alongside learning.
Sources
- Most tweens and teens use AI for schoolwork and emotional support, a new survey showsnpr · Oct 28, 2026
- Most tweens and teens use AI for schoolwork and emotional support, a new survey shows - NPRnpr.org · Oct 28, 2026
- College Students Use AI Extensively, Survey Showspsychology today · Oct 30, 2026
- Nearly 2 out of 3 teens and tweens use AI chatbots, new research shows - T-SPANtspantx.com · Oct 30, 2026
- Nearly two-thirds of US tweens and teens now use AI chatbots, surveys findmeridian.news · Oct 30, 2026
- Two-Thirds of Teens Now Rely on AI Chatbots for School and Support | Greenville Heraldgreenvilleherald.com · Oct 30, 2026
- Nearly Two-Thirds of Tweens and Teens Now Use AI Chatbots, Two Surveys Find | Journal Beaconjournalbeacon.com · Oct 30, 2026
- Nearly Two-Thirds of Tweens and Teens Now Use AI Chatbots | Pinellas County Heraldpinellasherald.com · Oct 30, 2026
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