The decision about when and whether to give a child his own cell phone can be a difficult decision. Although there are certainly some disadvantages, children’s mobile phones also have many special advantages.
1. Security:
Knowing where the children are and what they plan to do allows parents to be assured that their children are safe in life. When parents or guardians only send text messages or make phone calls, children will feel more at ease. Therefore, children can have some independence without sacrificing their safety.
2. Social Benefits:
Mobile phones increase the opportunities for children to participate in social interaction. Social media can be in contact with other children with the same interests. This is especially important for children who live in remote areas or have other restrictions.
3. Transport and Meet up Arrangements:
If children want to leave social or sports activities earlier than originally planned and need to travel home by car, they can use the phone to contact their parents. Similarly, if they are late and need to answer later, they can text or call without having to wait and may leave themselves in a vulnerable state.
4. Technological Experience:
The modern world is increasingly dominated by digital technology, and children need skills to interact with it. Through the phone, they can effectively access small computers, where they can learn to operate applications, use the keyboard and develop other useful skills.
5. Education:
Use mobile phones to access children’s information that is helpful for school projects, homework, and other learning tasks. Many schools now provide online learning resources dedicated to this purpose.
