American teenagers have made the cell phone an essential item to have, according to survey of teens across the country. Many feel that having a cell phone is part of their identity and the measure of their social lives. Also, owning the latest, newest phone to come out is absolutely necessary; some kids are even embarrassed to show others their phone if it's not "cool". Many teens said they don't even use their cell phone for practical things like emergencies, but for social networking or playing games.
It is so hard to believe how sad and true the survey's results were. It's crazy that some kids are embarrassed if they don't have a phone that's hip or cool. People are so judgmental about others based on one piece of technology; that's almost like judging someone by how much money they have. Don't get me wrong, having a stylish phone is cool and nice to have, but it should not be the basis for one's social life. This article really reveals how society can be so influential on its people.
~ Outside Reading #1
Reardon, Marguerite. "Teens view cell phones as essential." Yahoo! News. 15 Sept. 2008.
It is so hard to believe how sad and true the survey's results were. It's crazy that some kids are embarrassed if they don't have a phone that's hip or cool. People are so judgmental about others based on one piece of technology; that's almost like judging someone by how much money they have. Don't get me wrong, having a stylish phone is cool and nice to have, but it should not be the basis for one's social life. This article really reveals how society can be so influential on its people.
~ Outside Reading #1
Reardon, Marguerite. "Teens view cell phones as essential." Yahoo! News. 15 Sept. 2008.
