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So Your Child Wants a Cell Phone...

If you are a parent, you must be quite accustomed to the pleas of a child begging for the latest object that strikes his fancy. Whether it is whining for the trading cards that "all the other kids have" or the demands for that pair of sunglasses that will make him "popular," children obsess over popular trends.

If you have a slightly older teen, it is not uncommon to see the cell phone as the new item on their never ending list of must-haves. However, unlike the other toys that end up going on your list of not-needed, the mobile phone actually serves a very important and practical role in teen culture. Cell phones are now a common element in seemingly every teen movie, which supports the notion that "every teen has one"--a line you might be familiar with.



The Purpose of this Site

Indeed the popularity of the mobile phone is unquestionable, and its utility, apparent. The technology is also very powerful, and can negatively influence your child. Before you jump to the nearest cell phone provider there are many factors to consider:

  • The complexities of the technology
  • What the phone will be used for
  • The abundance of features
  • How should your teen use it?
  • The implications of its use--both negative and positive
  • How can you prevent misuse?
  • What are your buying options?
Buying a cell phone for a teen is no easy matter. Since the influences of this powerful technology are so delicate, choosing the right phone and teaching your child to use it properly is a parental obligation. This site will inform and enlighten you on the benefits and the risks, and ultimately help you navigate through the complex maze that is teenage cell phone use.

What if my child already has a phone?

Since so many teens have a cell phone, it would come as no surprise if your child is among this group. Undoubtedly you are already aware of the utility of the cell phone. This site can still help you. The cell phone, without proper guidance, can be a very dangerous device. In this site, we will inform you about how cell phones are being misused and what you can do to prevent it.