by admin | Apr 14, 2016 | Distracted driving
Surfing the Net. Checking email. Posting to social media accounts. These are just a few of the things drivers are doing while behind the wheel. According to research from AT&T, 7-in-10 people admit to engaging in smartphone activities while driving. In light of...
by admin | Sep 17, 2015 | Distracted driving
I have written several articles on becoming a Cyber-Mentor, creating cyber-shields and simply being there for someone when they are struggling – online or offline. Peer-to-peer mentoring is being a positive influence on them and being there when they need you....
by admin | May 5, 2015 | Distracted driving
Memorial Weekend, proms, graduations, and summer approaching – all times when more youth will be behind the wheel. Sure, our teens know they shouldn’t text and drive – and we have preached forever about drinking and driving – but are they...
by admin | Nov 6, 2014 | Distracted driving
AT&T announced the results of a survey it commissioned with tech addiction expert Dr. David Greenfield that found the ring, beep or buzz of your cell phone triggers compulsive cell phone behavior. According to the study, twice as many people as self-reported cell...
by admin | Aug 28, 2014 | Distracted driving
Did you know: DWI has a new meaning? Driving while “Intexticated” More than 35 million people are expected to hit the road for the long Labor Day weekend, according to AAA. Driving always involves risks, but when the roads are jammed with holiday...
by admin | Dec 13, 2013 | Distracted driving
A recent study conducted by AAA finds that adults are more likely to text and drive than teenage drivers. Is this because adults feel more confident behind the wheel with their years of experience of driving? Or another possible reason, according to the study is...
