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Does your teen have their cell phone with them constantly, even at home they have it in their pocket or right next to them? |
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Does your teen fiddle with their cell phone whenever they have downtime (even when they're not on the phone or they only have a very few minutes to kill)? |
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Does your teen seem to call or text someone during school, between classes, immediately when school is dismissed, or during work breaks (look at the monthly billing for details)? |
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Does your teen always seem anxious about their cell phone, especially when they are unable to use it (plane, class, church)? |
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Is your teen uncomfortable and fidgety when they're not using their cell phone? |
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Does your teen's need to talk or text seem insatiable? |
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Do you notice your teen talks or texts on the cell phone while doing other activities, like household chores, homework, or watching TV? |
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Does your teen seem to have high levels of anxiety, stress, or insecurity whenever they are without their cell phone? |
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Has your teen made or received calls or text messages in the middle of the night (again, look at the bill for details)? |
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Does your teen check the cell phone constantly even though it didn't ring? |
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Has your teen's cell phone use increased significantly? |
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Do you feel stress when the cell phone bill arrives, then shock once you actually see the amount? |
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Does your teen ask for a newer phone and/or additional features (text messaging, TV, web)? |
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Has your teen had problems at school or work because of cell phone use? |
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Has your teen had problems with family or friends because of cell phone use? |
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Your teen is probably not addicted to the cell phone. Monitor your teen's cell phone use, know the warning signs of addiction, and take steps to help your teen if more warning signs develop. |