This article examines the social uses of the internet among Spanish adolescents, focusing on the impact of information and communication technologies (ICT) on this demographic. The authors review literature from various scientific fields, including sociology, psychology, communication sciences, law, and education, to analyze the habits and behaviors of teens regarding internet use. Data from the "Survey on Habits of Use and Safety of the Internet for Children and Young People in Spain" by the Ministry of the Interior, published in June 2014, is used to provide insights into the current state of internet usage among Spanish adolescents.
Key findings include:
- Approximately 60% of interviewed minors use the internet daily, with a daily frequency of 1-2 hours.
- Common activities include schoolwork, information searches, and watching videos on platforms like YouTube.
- Instant messaging and social media profiles are frequently used, with 66.2% of respondents having at least one profile on social media.
- 97% of respondents have visited websites, and 66.4% have uploaded photos, videos, or music.
- 32% of respondents have shared personal information with someone they do not know, and 2.2% have experienced unauthorized recording and sharing of their images.
- 26% of respondents have felt uncomfortable or upset due to online content, and 13% have been victims of cyberbullying.
- 88.6% of respondents have received advice from parents on safe internet use, and 68.8% have received advice from teachers.
The article concludes that the widespread use of the internet and social media among Spanish adolescents is a significant phenomenon, with both positive and negative impacts. It highlights the need for continued research to understand the evolving dynamics of internet use and its effects on this demographic.This article examines the social uses of the internet among Spanish adolescents, focusing on the impact of information and communication technologies (ICT) on this demographic. The authors review literature from various scientific fields, including sociology, psychology, communication sciences, law, and education, to analyze the habits and behaviors of teens regarding internet use. Data from the "Survey on Habits of Use and Safety of the Internet for Children and Young People in Spain" by the Ministry of the Interior, published in June 2014, is used to provide insights into the current state of internet usage among Spanish adolescents.
Key findings include:
- Approximately 60% of interviewed minors use the internet daily, with a daily frequency of 1-2 hours.
- Common activities include schoolwork, information searches, and watching videos on platforms like YouTube.
- Instant messaging and social media profiles are frequently used, with 66.2% of respondents having at least one profile on social media.
- 97% of respondents have visited websites, and 66.4% have uploaded photos, videos, or music.
- 32% of respondents have shared personal information with someone they do not know, and 2.2% have experienced unauthorized recording and sharing of their images.
- 26% of respondents have felt uncomfortable or upset due to online content, and 13% have been victims of cyberbullying.
- 88.6% of respondents have received advice from parents on safe internet use, and 68.8% have received advice from teachers.
The article concludes that the widespread use of the internet and social media among Spanish adolescents is a significant phenomenon, with both positive and negative impacts. It highlights the need for continued research to understand the evolving dynamics of internet use and its effects on this demographic.