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Social Media Usage: 2.5 Hours Daily, 44 Days Yearly

New study reveals average person spends 2 hours 51 minutes daily on social media, equating to 44 days per year or 5.7 years of their life. Younger generations, particularly those aged 16-24, are heaviest users, with Facebook, YouTube, and WhatsApp remaining most popular. TikTok shows significant growth, especially among younger demographics. Social medias role in daily routines and global events continues to expand.

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