Generation Isolation is based on responses from 5,200 young people in England aged 11-18, conducted in partnership with YouGov. We wanted to shine a spotlight on the social lives of young people by learning more about the 85% of time they spend outside of school – so that we, and organisations that support and care about young people, can advocate for support that better meets their needs.

The research shows the impact of screen time on young people, as smartphones are the most time-consuming activity outside of school. Though 52% want to cut back, 46% don’t know how. It also shows that young people continue to struggle with feelings of anxiety, and are lonely.