cons

There are a few cons of kids having cell phones.

• They can be distracting
• Overusing can cause bad health effects
• They are expensive
• Teenagers using them while driving
• They could text way to much

They are some drawbacks of kids having cell phones, but each cons has a pro side to it.And even though there are more cons than pros, the pros are more important than the cons.

Pros

The pros of kids having cell phones.

• are great in case of an emergency
• help kids stay socially connected to everything
• keep kids in touch with their parents
• teaches responsibility

It may seem like there are few positive aspects of a kid getting a cell phone, but the aspects are really good. Its perfect for kids because they help them grow up maturely. They can shape the childs character in a positive way.

teaching a lesson

Giving a kid a cell phone is a big lesson in responsibility. A cell phone can teach kids that its their job to keep track of their valuables, and personal belonings. If they want to continue to have a cell phone then its their job to not lose it, and if they do lose it then its also their job to find it.

And if the kid has to contribute weekly or monthly towards their cell phone, then they learn a lesson in money. they would must find a way to get that money, that way it can go towards their cell phone.

emergencys

Kids may need cell phones as emergency tools. Since kids always want more freedom, if you're kid has a cell phone, you can allow them to have their freedom, but also know their where abouts. You'll also have a way to keep in contact with them if plans change last minute. It might be unlikely that an emergency will happen, but all you need is one emergency to change everything, and make you wish your kid had a cell phone.

However it's very common for a kid to over use their cell phone. Make sure the parent sets boundaries, and consequences if those boundaries are broken. Make sure they know that the cell phone is a present, and that you pay for it so its your property.

health risks

Some people say that cell phones can lead to health risks. Well if your cell phone is used properly and wisely then there should be no health problems found. They do not send out wavelengths that could be a problem. They are there so that people can be reachable when there is a problem.

There are some health cautions that can accumpany over-using cell phones. If a person textes too much, they might strain their wrist, or have carpal tunnel problems when they're older.