Social Media Affect on Kids
Dennis Kerns
ENG1021: Argument Analysis
Polished Version
As cell phone use continues to grow in young, tech-savvy generations, so does the investigation of it's negative effects. In a study conducted by a German research team in 2002, it was found that almost 40% of all 9-10 year olds in Germany owned their own cell phone; and that was 11 years ago! An Australian researcher conducting a similar study in 2003 confirmed that 77% of Australians ages 11-13 owned their own, personal mobile phone. Multiple studies have been published within the past 10 years about the negative effects that these technologies pose on the planet's youth. It has become widely accepted that health problems due to the release of electromagnetic and radio-frequency radiations are a major problem, but so are the behavioral and social aspects affected by constant use and early exposure. Opposed to this, parents argue that the safety and security facets outweigh the negative effects on health and social standards. Although a helpful tool, parents must understand the larger implications and severity of what may become of their children's communication. (Redmayne, 1)
Research is increasing to solidify the negative affect these mobile technologies are having on the youth. The adverse correlation with increased mobile phone use and social practices is clearly defined in Dr. Jaehak Yu's work 'Rapid Communication'. Dr. Yu explains that adolescents feel attached to the devices and that the phone is perceived to be part of their identity. He goes on to explain that even the constant changing of ringtones and backgrounds leads to the illustration of the obsessive dependency children have on these phones. The most researched injurious effects include interpersonal anxiety, the being of alexithymic (difficulty expressing one's emotions), and a lowered self-esteem. All of which are clear examples of the negative affect on social behaviors associated with mobile phone use. It is also
ENG1021: Argument Analysis
Polished Version
As cell phone use continues to grow in young, tech-savvy generations, so does the investigation of it's negative effects. In a study conducted by a German research team in 2002, it was found that almost 40% of all 9-10 year olds in Germany owned their own cell phone; and that was 11 years ago! An Australian researcher conducting a similar study in 2003 confirmed that 77% of Australians ages 11-13 owned their own, personal mobile phone. Multiple studies have been published within the past 10 years about the negative effects that these technologies pose on the planet's youth. It has become widely accepted that health problems due to the release of electromagnetic and radio-frequency radiations are a major problem, but so are the behavioral and social aspects affected by constant use and early exposure. Opposed to this, parents argue that the safety and security facets outweigh the negative effects on health and social standards. Although a helpful tool, parents must understand the larger implications and severity of what may become of their children's communication. (Redmayne, 1)
Research is increasing to solidify the negative affect these mobile technologies are having on the youth. The adverse correlation with increased mobile phone use and social practices is clearly defined in Dr. Jaehak Yu's work 'Rapid Communication'. Dr. Yu explains that adolescents feel attached to the devices and that the phone is perceived to be part of their identity. He goes on to explain that even the constant changing of ringtones and backgrounds leads to the illustration of the obsessive dependency children have on these phones. The most researched injurious effects include interpersonal anxiety, the being of alexithymic (difficulty expressing one's emotions), and a lowered self-esteem. All of which are clear examples of the negative affect on social behaviors associated with mobile phone use. It is also