Teen Drivers Often Ignore Bans On Using Cellphones And Texting
Monday, June 16, 2008 - 11:28
in Psychology & Sociology
Teenage drivers' cellphone use edged higher in North Carolina after the state enacted a cellphone ban for young drivers, a new study finds. This is the case even though young drivers and their parents said they strongly support the restrictions. Parents and teens alike believe the ban on hand-held and hands-free phone use isn't being enforced.
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