Nearly all teenagers own cellphones and have access to computers, allowing easy communication, entertainment, and access to useful applications. However, cellphone and computer overuse can lead to anxiety, distraction from school/life, and exposure to unwanted content. While technology provides new skills and information, it is important for teenagers to balance screen time with real-world social interaction.

1. THE USE OF CELLPHONES AND
COMPUTERS AMONG TEENAGERS
Luana Montero Gómez

2. Percent of teens who own a cellphone

3. Percent of teens who use a computer
• 23% of teens have a tablet computer, a level comparable to
the general adult population.
• 95% of teens use the internet.
• 93% of teens have a computer or have access to one at
home.

4. Advantages of the
use of cellphones

5. • Easy
communication

6. • Entertainment
medium

7. • Applications
needed

8. Disadvantages of the
use of cellphones

9. • Anxious need and
addiction

10. • Expensive

11. • Distraction

12. • A recreation tool1
• Look for information2
• Teaches important new
skills3
Advantages of Computers

13. Disadvantages of Computers
Meet with predatorsBe less social and interactive

14. Disadvantages of Computers
More violence and sexual images

15. SOME GOOD SOLUTIONS