Every year, Bark releases an annual report analyzing messages across texts, email, and 30+ apps and social media platforms. We identify critical trends in mental health, online predators, and much more to help communities be better equipped to help keep children safe.
33% of tweens and 57% of teens were involved in a self-harm/suicidal situation.
—Bark’s 2023 annual report
Previous Annual Reports
The 2022 Report
View Bark’s 2022 research to see what key online issues children were facing that year.
The 2021 Report
See what Bark’s 2021 research uncovered about what kids are facing online.
The 2020 Report
Take a look at Bark’s 2020 research to learn how the start of the COVID-19 pandemic affected kids online.
See What Kids Are Facing Today
To help families learn more about the most pressing issues affecting our kids, Bark sponsored the free release of this powerful documentary.
How to Talk With Your Child About These Issues
It can be difficult to know just how to start a conversation about tough topics like porn or suicidal ideation. Here are some ways to kick things off.
“Have you ever seen something online that upset you?”
“If you could change one thing about the internet, what would you choose?”
“What can I do to help you feel more supported?”
“What are some ways you can tell someone online isn’t who they claim to be?”
