Does it seem like all of your child’s friends have cell phones?
A survey of teens nationwide found that nearly 50% of teens age 13-15 have a cell phone.*
If your child is among the 50% who don’t already have a phone, read through the next few sections for information about what you’re missing. If you think your middle school adolescent is ready and willing to take responsibility for phone ownership then talk with him about the possibility of gaining cell phone privileges this year. If your child already owns a phone, reading through the ideas below may provide you with valuable tips for avoiding hours frustrating conversations with your child over common cell phone issues.
