Environmental Hazards of Cell Phones and Health Effects on Kids

Sleeping next to mobile devices or excessive nighttime use can lead to serious health risks and sleep disturbances. Modern technology also presents growing environmental hazards for the planet.

The lack of physicality is what I first noticed, said Katy Reid, 29. In February, she gave up her iPhone and switched to a flip phone.

How to Go Back to a Flip Phone

The lack of physicality is what I first noticed, said Katy Reid, 29. In February, she gave up her iPhone and switched to a flip phone.

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Girl Using Mobile Phone Instead Of Studying In Bedroom

Pros & Cons of Children Having Mobile Phones

Cell phones are a must-have accessory among children, tweens and teens. As of 2010, as many as 75 percent of 12 to 17 year olds had their own cell phones, according to The Pew Charitable Trusts. There are many advantages, as well as drawbacks, to allowing your child to have a cell phone.

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Harmful Effects of Cell Phones on Kids

Parents give cell phones to their kids to keep track of them or for them to use in emergencies. According to a 2006 report issued by the Pew Internet and American Life Project, 74 percent of all cell phone owners had used their phones during an emergency.

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