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Cell Phones And Its Effects On Social Consequences

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Increased popularity of cell phone use has lead to unforeseen social consequences. We aim to inform the reader of these consequences. Cell phones are extremely useful, but according to the research the problems outweigh the benefits. These problems need to be addressed because they are prevalent in our time now, and can be addressed by personal responsibility in the use of cell phones when others are present. This study focuses on young adult between the ages of 18-29. Cell phones were originally created for connectivity; they have now evolved into a means which destroys social interaction. Research illustrates that cell phones are no longer making communication more effective; cell phones are part of everyday life, and as such adolescents need to limit usage because excessive time utilizing cell phones has negatively impacted social skills: impaired communication and promoted loneliness. Person to Person communication has seen a drastic decline since the introduction of cell phones into everyday life. Texting has now become the most used form of communication; face-to-face conversation and even phone calls are no longer the norm. The Lance Journal says that “the consequences of this are social awkwardness and even social anxiety when confronted with new people [being met] in person” (Stewart, 2013). Reid’s definition of social anxiety as a fear of being unable to make positive impression (Reid, 2007), is evident in how people use their cell phones in this modern

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