Has the wave of technological communications options over the past 15 years hurt our

It looks like the majority agrees that technology in the hands of our teens has or could have an effect on their social skills.

I also think that even adults have allowed instant connectivity to change the way they interact with others at work, home and play.
Jeez I gotta quit texting so much while hunting!

I am not sure if there is an answer to changing this trend, but I do think we all have the ability to be cognizant of it and make sure it doesn't create issue for someone we know or love.

 

Sure there's an answer! The presence of technology isn't the only problem here. Another problem is kids having a feeling of entitlement to said technology. They need to be reminded that having access to cell phone, iPads, etc. is a PRIVILEGE and not a right!! I'm also an IT guy and yes I bought my daughter, who is 8 years old, a Kindle Fire but I only allow her to use it for an hour a day AFTER her school work is done and ONLY if she earns it by performing in school. I have no problem with telling her that she can use it after playing outside. A huge part of the lack of social skills in today's youth is OUR fault and until people are willing to sack up and take responsibility, instead of trying to find anything and everyone else to blame, the problem will only get worse.

 

The technology has definitely become a baby sitter for many. It used to more tv for many.

My daughter is a social butterfly and always has and always will be. It was in her dna. No technology is going to sway that one way or the other and she has had a cell since she was 12 and iphone when she was 15 or 16.

My son is pretty much a loner. He's 14 and I'm his best friend. He has never spent the night with anyone that isn't family. Has had 1 kid stay overnight with him twice. He does play team sports so that helps and he also likes his iPhone and video games.. Our neighbor asked my wife if my son needed a job the other day and we made my son go talk to him. He starts tonight in the tobacco field (:D) we are trying to make him understand how life works. (Not standing on a corner demanding someone pay you 15 hour to say you want fries with that ) parents do have a responsibility to teach their kids about life and how to get ahead.


Learning to communicate is one of the most valuable tools one can learn. Work ethic is another. Both are being lost with today's youth but parents hold the key.

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Entitlement is a whole other issue.. And I agree--- to many folks create their own monsters!