In Lockdown, American Parents Are Anxious, Creating New Routines, and Loosening Up Kids’ Media Restrictions
We interviewed parents in the US about daily life during the Covid-19 pandemic - and heard a mix of happiness and struggle.
We interviewed parents in the US about daily life during the Covid-19 pandemic - and heard a mix of happiness and struggle.
Our latest research on Polish kids aged 6 to 11.
People in China take more trips than people elsewhere, and kids have a strong influence on their travel decisions.
Americans aged 15 to 34 followed political news and were less skeptical about their ability to influence the government in the month before the election.
Australians aged 16 to 34 are anxious about succeeding in life, but they’re much more happy than stressed.
Americans aged 15 to 34 are wary of current leadership, excited about politicians who care about the issues that affect them, and want to make a difference with their votes.
The second wave of an ongoing tracker of youth political sentiments in the US reveals a rising belief that young people can influence the government.
America’s next generation of voters feels disenfranchised – and plans to vote in November.
The youngest generation of American voters is unhappy with the state of US politics – and poised to take action.
Stress levels are rising in Saudi Arabia, along with feelings of empowerment, authenticity and optimism. Technology use and humor help them cope with life’s challenges.
A new study found that while prejudice is commonplace in the US, young Americans are speaking out to confront it.
What helps kids thrive in a world of constant change? Knowing that the people (and animals) closest to them have their backs.
People are becoming more worried about the future and less trusting, but also more determined to seek out the positive.
A new study of people 16 to 34 reveals that they’d rather have flexibility and free time than a big paycheck.
A new project illustrates how Chinese kids are similar and different from their global peers.
An infographic illustrates how people are managing stress and coping in an increasingly stressful world.
As Sunday’s 2017 Video Music Awards approaches, a new tool lets you dig into data on past winners.
Parents of preschoolers in South Africa believe that their kids learn best through play – and that technology is making their kids smarter.
Our newest study offers a view of how Chinese people feel about the world, and how they differ from their global peers.
Youth in South Africa are using technology to drive social change. But being constantly connected to all that’s happening in the world can be stressful...
Today, we’re proud to announce the official launch of our newest project, The Next Normal: Rise of Resilience.
Viacom partnered with neuroscientists to study fans’ brain activity – and found that audio-visual cues help viewers identify what they’re watching, capture their attention and make them feel good.
Emotions play an important role in almost all content viewing decisions.
New research from Logo identifies the 25 US companies demonstrating the biggest public commitment to LGBTQ people and issues.
A look at how Gen Xers in South Africa differ from their global peers.
A 2016 study revealed Ireland as a trailblazer in LGBT acceptance. On Wednesday, Leo Varadkar became the country’s first openly gay leader.
It’s the National Day of Play in the Netherlands – and we’ve got new stats on Dutch kids’ play habits.
Authenticity is about turning unique sources of inspiration into something new.
A new video sheds light on the meaning of fatherhood for some of the men we spoke to for our Modern Dads project.
Parents in Brazil see technology as an educational tool for their preschoolers. And it has the benefit of keeping kids entertained while safe at home.
On a day for raising awareness about turtles, we hope fans will wear their Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle gear with pride.
An always-on generation is drawn to being #first – and to being more mindful
Dads want to be more involved in their kids’ lives – but getting time away from work isn’t easy.
A new survey of kids in 30 countries reveals a generation of passionate gamers.
Global dads are rejecting traditional gender stereotypes and taking a more active role in their children’s lives, according to a newly released Viacom study.
A new Viacom study investigates how people are using the seven most common social media and messaging apps.
Teens and young adults seek out sources that help them navigate through the clutter
Movie viewers have different habits with different viewing companions, according to a new Viacom study
What is life like for Gen Xers in Latin America – and how do they differ from their global peers?
A new Viacom study reveals the most popular toy categories among global kids 2 to 5.
A 10-minute film gives a window into the lives of today’s global preschoolers.
Global youth are seeing the world in a different light, looking past traditional Western icons and toward other regions.
Viacom’s new global study, Movie Moments, explores the role that movies play in our audiences’ lives
In Australia, gender-based parenting roles are evolving – and the traditional, disciplinarian dad is becoming a thing of the past.
The world teens and young adults live in today is “inline” – virtual and real, online and offline, all at once.
A Nickelodeon International study reveals how parents, extended family members, and other gift-givers make decisions about infant products.
A new Nickelodeon Kids & Family GPS infographic reveals that kids hear about new shows mostly from cable channels, family, and friends.
A new study reveals that young people in India value a sense of purpose and the respect of others more than money.
A new Nickelodeon Kids & Family GPS infographic reveals that global kids are most likely to use linear TV to watch TV and video content.
Music matters just as much for today’s teens as generations gone by. But how they consume, discover and influence (and...
This generation of Indian young people is aware that it does not pay to pretend to be something you’re not. For example, you cannot claim to be a cricket expert if you don’t follow the sport. Every comment, every post, every share is closely scrutinized. Fluff is easily sniffed out and rejected.
A new study investigates how Australians ages 16 to 34 consume comedy entertainment, as well as the role that humor plays in their lives.
Using research from a study released recently by Logo and Viacom, a new infographic reveals sentiments about human rights and the LGBT population across 65 countries.
“MTV Shuga” infuses an entertaining show with educational messages about HIV/AIDS and safe sex—and influences viewers’ knowledge, attitudes and behavior, according to a new study.
A new MTV Knowing Youth study reveals that for Indian youth, brave is the new bold.
Kids are spending more time with screens than playing outdoors—and while they have countless entertainment options on their devices, parents wield a quiet influence.
For the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, Logo has released findings from a new survey of attitudes toward LGBTI people in 65 countries and launched “Global Ally” to support international LGBTI activists.
A new MTV Knowing Youth study looks at how German young adults are experiencing the world of work today — and compares their impressions with those of slightly older workers.
Global parents today are nervous--and as a result, kids tend to play by the rules, according to a new analysis by Nickelodeon Kids and Family GPS.
A new MTV Knowing Youth study finds that most young people in the UK are gamers--and many enjoy watching others play.
Kids are drawn to devices and sources that they can navigate independently, according to a new Nickelodeon Kids and Family GPS project.
Parents around the world are anxious -- and they protect their kids through "friendship."
A new press release shows highlights from a recent international study about the U.S. Presidential Election.
A new MTV Knowing Youth study finds that online dating is common in Germany--and it's not all about hook-ups.
A new video summarizes key themes from MTV Knowing Youth’s conversations with over 65,000 young people across 27 countries in 2015.
A new video summarizes some key themes from Nickelodeon Kids and Family GPS’s conversations with over 60,000 kids and parents in 24 countries in 2015.
Fandom is nothing new—but in today’s online society, it means something new to be a devoted fan. A new study by Nickelodeon Australia delves into the topic of kids and fandom.
Kids in Northern Europe have a lot of influence over their parents’ purchase decisions, according to a recent Nickelodeon Kids & Family GPS study.
Young people in the UK are worried about their employment prospects, according to a recent MTV Knowing Youth study.
Most kids in the UK today are gamers. A new study by Nickelodeon UK takes a look at how boys and girls play, and how they hear about new games.
While global parents and kids have fairly relaxed attitudes toward some family-related social issues, Millennial parents are a little more conservative than Gen X parents, according to a recent Nickelodeon Kids & Family GPS study.
As Millennials become parents, what are their financial lives like? Nickelodeon Kids & Family GPS found out in a recent study on Millennial and Gen X parents.
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Millennials were brought up to believe they are special. As they become parents themselves, how do they feel about competitive...
Boredom is a part of life for young people. MTV Knowing Youth's latest study delves into what they find tedious, boredom cures, and where around they world youth are most and least afflicted.
Are kids around the world helping at home? When they break their parents’ rules … what happens? And do Millennial...
Young people in the UK are worried about their employment prospects, according to a recent MTV Knowing Youth study.
What inspires engagement and loyalty in tweens in Latin America? To find out, Nickelodeon Kids and Family GPS conducted a...
Employed Baby Boomers and Gen-Xers may complain about being overworked—but for Millennials, getting more work is a major goal. Tr3s...
When it comes to creativity and entrepreneurial spirit, how are Millennials different from previous generations? This was the question driving...
What are family dynamics like around the world today? As Millennials have children of their own, how do their parenting...
What do engagement and loyalty mean to Millennials in Latin America? To answer this question, MTV Knowing Youth commissioned a...
Many Hispanic young adults are working toward getting to where they want to be in their careers—but they’re not there...
What role does gaming play in kids’ lives? What drives gaming choices, what devices do they use, and what types...
What professions do Hispanic Millennials really respect? And which hold little appeal for them? Tr3s talked to Latino young adults...
When it comes to understanding moms today, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Those with young kids span two generations, Millennials...
In today’s economy, jobs that were once abundant are now a scarce commodity. Many young people who grew up with...
How does money affect the way young people engage with activities that interest them? And how does social media influence...
What are Latin American tweens’ habits when it comes to spending and saving? A recent Nickelodeon study based on an...
Hispanic young adults are known for being early adopters of digital technology. In the past, Hispanic families have been more...
‘Women should not laugh in public’: This is what Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc declared at a celebration marking...
April 27th, 1994 has a special meaning in South Africa: citizens of all races were allowed to take part in...
It’s no secret that Hispanics are driving US population growth. But in recent years, the dynamics of that growth have...
This large-scale global study takes an unprecedented look at Millennials worldwide, and more telling than the disparities was the consistency...
Our global insight project on the Millennial generation received its debut in Poland on Tuesday, 14th of May as part of...
On Wednesday 8 May, VIMN Brazil introduced “The Next Normal: An Unprecedented Look at the Millennials” in the market to...
ATO DIGITAL, one of the attendees at our Brazil launch for The Next Normal wrote this about it: ‘The Next...
Millennials in Brazil value a brand that can constantly reinvent itself with relevant and new ideas. Here’s the story as...
Nancy Tellet, SVP of Research for our Americas cluster, presented the key findings of our recent study “Hispanic Adult Millennials...
Check out our series of infographics on The Next Normal
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Millennials in Mexico, Argentina, and Brazil are the happiest and most positive in the world. Here’s the story as told...
Check out our The Next Normal Infographic
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Christian Kurz presented The Next Normal at the Adobe Summit in London today, and we’d like to take this as...
Last week, Viacom International Media Networks Americas strengthened its footprint in Argentina with a first-ever research forum that solidified our...
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Millennials talk about the internet and television but the next generation will be more concerned about the content of the...
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After the initial unveiling of The Next Normal at the Monaco Media Forum, french publication Offre Media reported on the global study. En...
Dubai’s Kipp Report on our global study into Millennials – The Next Normal An unprecedented global insight into the millennial...
Originally published on the Viacom Blog. As Viacom’s international audience grows and the Millennial population stands at 2.5 billion worldwide, we...
Caitlin Harley writes about our global insights study The Next Normal on the Advertising Week Social Club site. THE ECONOMIC...
The latest issue of Sticky, Viacom’s international youth-generated online culture, trends and insight magazine, focuses on the lives of the Millennial generation,...