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Youth screen time and mental health

Summary

New 2025 PA Youth Survey data from more than 20,500 Bucks County students shows heavy screen use, high rates of sadness and suicidal ideation, and only 31.5% of kids with consistent screen-time rules at home. A new Bucks Unplugged public health initiative launched this week.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

New county contribution of $1,000 to support the Bucks Unplugged initiative.

✅Who benefits

Families, schools, and youth who gain data, resources, and a coordinated community response.

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