Generation Alpha
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Generation Alpha (Gen Alpha for short) are the demographic cohort succeeding Generation Z and are loosely defined as being born between the early 2010s to 2020s, with the exact date range currently being disputed among researchers.[1][2] This generation was named after the first letter in the Greek alphabet. Most members of Generation Alpha are the children of late Generation X (Xennial micro– generation cuspers) and Millennials.
Definition
[change | change source]There is no consensus yet on the birth years for Generation Alpha. McCrindle Research uses 2010–2024.[3] However other sources, while they have not specified a range for Generation Alpha, have specified end years for Generation Z of 2012[4] or 2013,[5] to which if applied to Generation Alpha, the oldest members would be born in 2013, or 2014.
Use of media technology
[change | change source]Most members of Generation Alpha are growing up using smartphones and tablet computers for their childhood entertainment. Many are exposed to such devices as soothing distractions or educational aids.[6] Screen time with babies, toddlers and preschoolers became far more popular in the mid-2010s.
Being born in environments where the use of electronic devices is everywhere, however, has its own challenges.[7] These problems include although are not limited to cyberbullying, screen addiction, and inappropriate materials.
Parental Internet usage
[change | change source]Generation Alpha are also being surrounded with adult Internet use starting shortly after their lives begin. The parents of Generation Alpha, mostly Millennials, are very heavy social media users.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Generation Alpha | Years, Characteristics, & Facts | Britannica". www.britannica.com. 2025-10-05. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
- ↑ "New Data from our Study on Gen Alpha". springtideresearch.org. 2024-7-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Unknown parameter|acess-date=ignored (help) - ↑ "Understanding Generation Alpha". mccrindle.com.au. 2022-07-06. Retrieved 2024-08-05.
- ↑ Dimmock, Michael (January 17, 2019). "Defining generations: Where Millennials end and post-Millennials begin". Pew Research Center. Archived from the original on January 17, 2019. Retrieved December 21, 2019.
- ↑ Bennett, Neil; Hays, Donald; Sullivan, Briana (August 1, 2022). "2019 Data Show Baby Boomers Nearly 9 Times Wealthier Than Millennials". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on August 1, 2022. Retrieved March 8, 2021.
- ↑ "Here's Who's Coming After Generation Z". Business Insider. Retrieved August 8, 2021.
- ↑ "After Gen Z, Meet Gen Alpha". American Broadcasting Company. Retrieved August 8, 2021.