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  • Teen Cell Phone Misuse (7-2-2010)

     

    PODCAST SCRIPT:

    Cell phones are being used for more than silly teenage chatter these days.

    I’m amazed how kids present themselves online. I call it “digital courage.” For instance, one third of teens are known to be sending each other inappropriate photos or comments – a practice called “sexting.” And the latest “smart” phones are being used to access inappropriate sites on the Internet as well.

    Since cell phones are an important part of a teenager’s social life and a way for parents to keep in touch, I wouldn’t recommend taking them away, but you’d do well to teach your teen discernment, since they can access all the good and the bad in the world from just about anywhere by their cell phone.

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