Effects of Text messaging in our society

Abstract

In today's modern age of technology, cell phones have become an indispensable part of our daily lives, offering a myriad of features, with text messaging being a primary mode of communication. This study sheds light on the problems and impacts of text messaging on both our social and personal lives. Through a survey conducted among students at a virtual university, it was revealed that approximately 70% of students have seen a decline in their writing skills due to their extensive use of text messaging on cell phones. While text messaging undeniably offers benefits, it is concerning that about 54% of young individuals have sacrificed valuable face-to-face interactions, adversely affecting their social lives. Moreover, it is worth noting that text messaging can contribute to road accidents, despite awareness of the risks. Despite these dangers, some individuals continue to prioritize texting as a feature of their cell phones. The primary objective of this paper is to comprehensively examine the negative consequences and effects of messaging through cell phones, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to its use in our technologically driven world.