8. It Increases the Amount of Serious Accidents Children Sustain
When comparing hospital data before and after a 3G cell network rollout in the US, the study found a 10% rise in emergency room visits for children under six. The author of the study hypothesized that kids partook in riskier activities and behaviors while their parents were distracted. We know that whenever we’re busy with something that’s always the time kids start getting into trouble. Have you ever talked to another parent at the playground only to miss the fact that your three-year-old somehow managed to climb to the top of the jungle gym? Frantically you try to get him down after he squeals with delight at his achievement. It’s only logical that physical safety becomes a valid concern in these times of constant distraction and multitasking.
