Texting, talking, surfing the web - are all inappropriate ways teens use their cell phones while driving, causing them to be distracted and putting them at high risk of getting into a crash. Distracted driving is to blame for the staggering number of teen accidents and deaths.
This four-part series will discuss 1) Teen texting and driving; 2) Staggering statistics; 3) How to keep teens from texting while driving; and 4) What every business should know.
While ZoomSafer, a company that has developed innovative software to stop inappropriate cell phone use while driving, reports that teen drivers are especially at risk, adults are just as guilty of inappropriately using their cell phones while driving.
Teens are four times more likely to be in a crash and worse yet, distracted driving, in specific, is the leading cause of death among teens.
A new study from Pew Research found that “many teens understand the risks of texting behind the wheel but the desire to stay connected is so strong for teens that safety sometimes takes a backseat to staying in touch.”
The results show that over a third of teens with phones who drive are texting while they drive, and over half use their handset while they drive – all this even though 21 states and DC have laws against such use.
And texting is not the only concern.
Teens and adults are using their cell phones to search the web, send and respond to email, stay connected on Facebook and Twitter, and as a GPS. All while they're driving.
The statistics are staggering and prove that driving and using cell phones irresponsibly are just as dangerous as drinking and driving.
Cell phones have become a serious concern for parents of teens, yet, according to teens, parents are not setting a good example.
According to a study conducted by the Pew Research Center’s Internet and American Life Project teens are right, they aren’t the only ones with a texting and driving problem. Parents can be just as guilty, not setting a good example for their young teen drivers. So what's the solution? Click here to read what innovative new software can do to put your mind at ease and keep teens, and everyone else on the road, safer.
Your feedback about this issue are welcome in the comments section below.
Part 1: Texting and driving don’t mix: Technology to stop teens from unsafe cell phone use
Part 2: Texting and driving don't mix: ZoomSafer provides staggering statistics
Part 3: Texting and driving don't mix: How to keep teens from texting and driving
Part 4: Texting and driving don't mix: What every business should know
Sources:
ZoomSafer.com
Getizup.com
KING 5 News
PEW Research Center
Comments
Excellent article and advice!
Texting a driving is a big NO NO, visit www.textkills.com and check out our videos and blogs!
There are a lot of ways to prevent texting while driving, but the easiest (and cheapest) way is to simply put your phone in the backseat or somewhere where you won't be tempted to grab it just because you hear the ring. Let it go to voicemail. I'm pretty sure that whoever is calling would rather see you alive than instantly get in contact with you.
Also, to prevent texting while driving, learn that you don't HAVE to stay that connected to people. They will understand if you don't answer right away. For more tips, check out: http://www.trinitynoble.com . They can help.
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