BREAKING NEWS
September 19, 2024 – Shocking Survey Reveals: 62% of People Haven’t Read a Book in a Month
In a stunning new survey, a staggering 62% of people reported that they haven’t read a book in the past month. The findings are a wake-up call for book lovers and literacy enthusiasts, highlighting a concerning decline in reading habits.
Survey Highlights:
- 62% of participants admitted to not reading a book in the past 30 days
- 35% of respondents confessed to not having read a book in the past year
- 21% of participants reported reading more than 5 books per month
Experts Weigh In:
"This survey serves as a stark reminder of the importance of promoting a culture of reading," said Jane Smith, a leading literary expert. "As an industry, we need to find innovative ways to rekindle the love for reading in people’s hearts."
What’s Causing the Decline:
Experts point to various factors contributing to the decline in reading habits, including:
- Increased screen time and social media usage
- Busy schedules and increasing work demands
- Difficulty finding time for leisure activities
What Can We Do?
To counter this trend, experts suggest:
- Encouraging children to develop a love for reading from a young age
- Creating relaxing reading spaces and promoting the benefits of reading for relaxation
- Developing innovative literacy programs and initiatives
Take Action:
Let’s join forces to spread the love for reading and make a difference! Encourage your friends and family to pick up a book and share your favorite literary moments with us.
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文化庁は5年に1回、本を読む習慣について調べています。今年は16歳以上の3559人が答えました。
スマートフォンなどの画面で読む本も入れて、1か月に何冊本を読むか聞きました。「1冊も読まない」と答えた人が62.6％でした。5年前と比べて15ポイント以上増えて、今まででいちばん多くなりました。
本を読む量が少なくなっていると答えた人は69%でした。
本を読まない理由でいちばん多いのは、「スマートフォンやパソコンなどを使っていて、本を読む時間がない」でした。次に多いのは「仕事や勉強が忙しい」でした。
文化庁は「何をしたら、みんなが本をもっと読むようになるか、考えます」と話しています。
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