Most Teens Fear Deepfake Abuse — Yet Only 1 in 5 Has Told a Trusted Adult

Executive Briefing

• Reveals nearly 50% of teens aged 13–17 have seen AI-generated sexual content, mostly discovered accidentally via social media
• Shows 8% of teens have created deepfakes or AI sexual content, often targeting peers, friends, or romantic partners
• Finds 67% of teens fear being victimized by deepfakes, prompting 40% to restrict or delete social media accounts
• Highlights that only 1 in 5 teens has spoken to a trusted adult about deepfakes, despite many wanting guidance
• Calls on parents, schools, policymakers, and tech companies to share responsibility rather than burdening teens with self-policing