A 2021 survey by Piper Jaffray found that:
: Moving away from "sheep mentality" and focusing on individual strengths rather than comparing oneself to social media ideals. Media Literacy index of teen girl 2021
Communities on Discord or Reddit began sharing "megathreads" of curated aesthetic content. A 2021 survey by Piper Jaffray found that:
The State of the Modern Teen: Insights from The Girls’ Index index of teen girl 2021
The "Index of Teen Girl 2021" refers to a significant body of research and data released throughout 2021 regarding the mental health, digital habits, and social experiences of adolescent girls
. Key findings from this period highlight a sharp decline in psychological well-being, often linked to the "great rewiring" of childhood via smartphones and social media. Mental Health & Well-being