text messaging and the effects on teenagers?

Answer 1

Here are some effects:

1. The quality of sleep of almost half of 16 year olds may be affected by text messaging on mobile phones, a study from Belgium says. The sleep of one in four 13 year olds could be affected too, says the researchers, who looked at the effects of text messaging on sleep interruption in teenagers (Journal of Sleep Research (2003:12:263).

2. While not necessarily dangerous, teens also use online instant messenger (IM) and text messaging functions on their cell phones as a secret way to communicate with one another.

3. Text messaging can bring introverted teens out of their shell, boost their confidence and help them make friendsj.

4. For some teens, texting can become a habit that affects their school work, their ability to sleep at night and how they interact with their friends face-to-face.