Kids and Mobile Phones

Today over fifty percent of teenagers have mobilebullies. Students bring mobile phones into locker rooms
phones. They are a lifesaver for busy parents whoand take pictures or videos to use as blackmail. Cyber
worry about getting in touch with their children or whostalking using text messages and calls is becoming
enjoy constant contact with their family.more common. And the worst part of all is that
For these parents, mobile phones represent aparents have no idea this is occurring.
tremendous improvement over the loose change theyParental Control
forced on their children in case of emergencies.Parents have learned great control tactics over the
Parents were able to stress less about their children'shome computer. However, many teens now bypass
safety and have peace of mind that their young onesthe computer in the family room and take their mobile
could call anytime they needed a ride or advice.phone into the quiet of their bedroom. Parents who are
Too Much Mobile Phonenot aware of their child's mobile phone capabilities may
As mobile phones have advanced, however, manyhave no clue how much texting and photo sharing is
parents have not kept up with the changing times,going on behind closed doors.
especially in regard to their children. Young peopleFortunately parents are in more control than they
speak on cell phones occasionally, but are far morerealize. You must be eighteen to sign a contract for
likely to use features such as downloadable programs,mobile phone service, and presumably most parents
internet, videos and texting.are purchasing mobile phones for their children in the
Mobile phones are no longer simply a phone to befirst place.
thrown in a backpack in case of emergencies. TheyBuy a mobile phone for your child without too many
are quickly becoming an entire mobile computer.bells and whistles. Be sure to arrange detailed billing so
Teenagers have become adapt at hiding mobile phonethat you can monitor how your child is using her
use in the classroom as well as home. Riding theminutes. Take up the mobile phone after a certain time
school bus is no longer a time for homework or visitingevery night to avoid late night calls or hidden texting.
with friends, but a time to play games or chat on aParents should know what their child is doing on their
mobile phone.mobile phone and help teach their children responsible
Mobile phones have turned many teenagers into cybermobile phone use.