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Essay / Dangers of using cell phones while driving - 1170
There are more than 3.4 billion cell phone users worldwide, making cell phones more common than computers ("Isolation social and new technologies"). Cell phones are a modern phenomenon with a greater impact than the Internet in today's society. Increased mobility, access to new technologies and the ability to travel the world with an added sense of security have given us the opportunity to explore all that life has to offer. has become the preferred channel of basic communication between teenagers and their friends, as well as many close callers and texters” (“Social Isolation and New Technologies”). It's amazing when you're walking down the street and you see a five-year-old using a cell phone. “More than 75% of 12-17 year olds now have a mobile phone” (“Social isolation and new technologies”). Many people said they were more likely to text than talk on the phone. The use of a cell phone has increased in society more than any other technology, however, using a cell phone while driving has proven to be a bad idea, the high risk of distraction causes people to not pay attention to the road. accidents and deaths linked to the use of a cell phone while driving. Using a cell phone while driving is not limited to talking, it also includes texting while driving. The problem has become so serious that many states have passed laws banning the use of cell phones while driving. Because research has shown that talking on the phone, texting, and using hands-free devices is distracting and dangerous, it makes sense for every state to ban cell phone use while driving. A study was carried out by a psychology researcher from the University of South Carolina. .... middle of paper ......ren. Ultimately, teenagers would hate the ban. Most of the time, they want to talk or text all the time. But ultimately, there is too much evidence to show that cell phones cause car accidents. Regardless of these examples, from the research I have done, there are several reasons. not having a cell phone in a car: to avoid distractions while driving, whether talking on the cell phone, texting or using hands-free devices. If a person is waiting for an emergency call, they must park the car. and deal with the problem. If a person receives a text message, they should not respond until they have stopped. Research shows that talking on a cell phone, texting, and getting advice hands-free is distracting and dangerous. While people think that using cell phone is convenient. and sure, we can't dispute the research that shows many people die and drive carelessly because of their cell phones..