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Deleting Streaks
Teen slang, explained for parents.
What it means
Snapchat streaks are a counter that goes up every day two people send each other a snap. Losing a streak is really upsetting for many kids, it represents daily obligation and social pressure that runs deeper than a game.
How to bring it up with your kid
"What happens if you break a streak? Would it matter to you?" If the answer reveals significant anxiety, that's a signal worth exploring. Streaks are built to keep kids showing up every day for the app's sake, whatever that daily pressure does to the friendship.