SAN FRANCISCO, October 8, 2025 — Common Sense Media today released new research into how boys' online habits relate to their identities, self-esteem, and development. According to the report, "Boys in ...

Parents need to know that The Legend of Hei II is an anime movie about a young spirit's quest. A sequel to 2019's The Legend of Hei, it features fantasy battles between humans and spirits using both ...

SAN FRANCISCO, September 5, 2025—Common Sense Media today released a comprehensive risk assessment of Google's Gemini, which has added protections for kids and teens under 18, revealing safety and ...

Parents need to know that Squid Game is a Korean thriller that features very intense violence and hundreds of bloody deaths. Characters are systematically tortured and killed for the sadistic pleasure ...

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A new type of relationship is emerging in teens' lives—one that feels like connection but is powered by code. Our new research reveals that nearly three in four teens have used AI companions, and half ...

The research also highlights a concerning supervision gap in how parents monitor different platforms, and how their concerns about screen media affect viewing habits. Fewer parents are co-watching ...

The fifth iteration of the Common Sense Census: Media Use by Kids Zero to Eight advances a long-running research series that examines trends in the media consumption of young children, providing ...

Parents need to know that Captain America: Civil War is the third Captain America installment and the 13th movie in the Marvel cinematic universe. It focuses on the growing tension between Steve ...

Parents need to know that Knuffle Bunny is a charming book for all ages about a toddler named Trixie who loses her favorite toy bunny, but is so young she's not speaking yet so she can't tell her dad ...

The teen years are often marked by heightened stress and increasing pressures. From personal relationships to future plans, teens must juggle expectations from family, teachers, friends, social media, ...

Parents need to know that Monster Summer is a 1980s/'90s-style teen horror adventure directed by Disney Channel alum David Henrie. The vibe is The Sandlot meets Stranger Things, but with very little ...