Does Tim Shannon think parents should monitor phone usage?
yes
What is his profession?
he's a child psychologist
At which clinic?
Carle Clinic in Bloomington
Does Linda Roper allow her children to use their phones during meals?
no
Is it usually necessary for her to intervene?
no
Why?
her kids are both very disciplined and good about doing their homework
What about the Carstens, do they allow their children to text at supper?
no
Are they prohibited anywhere else?
yes
Where?
family get-togethers
What is their daughters name?
Kayla
How old?
14
Does she text more during the week?
no
When?
the weekends
Why?
she has more free time then
Does she enjoy texting?
yes
What is her reason?
"because others can't hear you."
Did her parents get her a phone to play games?
no
Why did they get her a phone?
to keep in touch with her
What does Richard Sullivan say texting has become?
"the new way of passing notes."
What does he believe has become an important tool for communication?
text messaging