Why Texting While Driving Is a Terrible Idea

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Let’s be honest: texting while driving is an epidemic that doesn’t discriminate by age. You’ve probably found yourself behind a driver at a stoplight who seems to be lost in their phone, blissfully unaware that the light has turned green. Now, that’s just frustrating when you’re stuck waiting behind them, but imagine the chaos when that distraction happens on the move.

Take the story of Mia Larson, who knows firsthand the devastating effects of distracted driving. In a powerful video gaining traction online, she faces off against teens who casually admit they text and drive. Their realization that their careless choices can have real-world consequences is a wake-up call.

Back in 2015, Mia was a fresh college grad, enjoying a ride with her family when tragedy struck. An 18-wheeler collided with their vehicle after the driver of a car swerved to avoid a collision while chatting on the phone. Mia’s parents, Mark and Lisa Larson, lost their lives in that accident. Mia, on the other hand, survived, but not without suffering severe injuries, including a broken leg and a concussion. Months of rehabilitation followed, during which she had to relearn how to walk and talk.

What’s truly sobering is that the teens in that video—and many adults—often forget there are human lives at stake when they choose to text and drive. The statistics are staggering:

• Every day, 11 teens die from texting while driving.
• It takes just five seconds to respond to a text, enough time to cover the length of a football field at 55 mph.
• One in four car accidents in the U.S. is linked to texting and driving.
• In 2019, distraction-related crashes claimed the lives of 3,142 individuals.

These numbers are not just statistics; they represent lives that could be saved if we all put our phones down while behind the wheel. We must take a stand and educate our teens about the dangers of phone use in the driver’s seat. It’s time to raise awareness and make the roads safer for everyone.

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In summary, texting while driving is a perilous habit that we must collectively combat. The consequences are dire, and it’s our responsibility to ensure that we prioritize safety over convenience. Let’s commit to driving distraction-free and set an example for the younger generations.