"Parental Oversight in the Digital Age: A Growing Concern for Young Adults. A new survey from the University of Michigan sheds light on the increasingly common practice of parents using technology to track their adult children. The study, which polled parents of young adults aged 18-25, reveals a surprising trend: many parents are using advanced tracking tools, including 'always on' location tracking on their children's smartphones, to stay informed about their daily lives. But as the boundaries between childhood and adulthood blur, experts are raising questions about the implications of such monitoring on the autonomy and trust of young adults."


A new survey from the University of Michigan asks parents about their use of technology to track their adult children, ages 18-25, including using "always on" location tracking on their smartphones.