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Wednesday, August 30, 2006

Cell Phones Becoming Popular Parenting Tool

An article in the Fort Wayne, IN News-Sentinel reports that more parents are using cell phones to keep their children safe and connected. According to Consumer Reports, more than one-third of 11- to 14-year-olds have their own cell phones.

"Ask parents why they furnish their young children with cell phones, and most agree it makes a great safety tool for the child and is convenient for the parent. . ."

Many parents limit the "extras" on their children's cell phones. Features such as text messaging and surfing the internet are either not enabled, or parents set strict use limits.

posted by ByParents-forParents at 12:32 PM

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