Teen Texting On The Rise - Phone Calling Down

Teens are increasingly texting far more than making phone calls. It has become the dominant form of communication between teens to parents and friends. The largest increase has been the age group among 14-17 year old's. They sent an average of 100 texts per day. In 2009 that number was 60. This increase in texting has led to a decrease in using cellphones for phone calls. People are beginning to worry about the ability of teens to know how to make a proper phone call. These skills are important for finding jobs for the future and being able to communicate successfully.


http://www.webpronews.com/teen-texting-is-on-the-rise-study-2012-03

Under the Microscope: Animal Hoarding

The Black Dog Rescue is a business that many people have discovered online for adopting a new dog. The business clearly states that it is a licensed dog rescue and fraudulently claims to be connected with PetSmart adoptions. Shirely Lafferty ran the rescue and is now in jail on a $46,000 cash-only bond after an investigation that took place because of the rank smells coming from her property. She had been hoarding 17 dogs in very filthy and unhealthy conditions and lying about her licensing. Since the investigation, 2 of the dogs have died and almost all of the rest have been discovered to have other health problems.

http://www.kctv5.com/story/17144882/investigation-widens-in-case-of-possible-dog-hoarding

Snoring Children - More Likely to Have Behavioral Problems

Over 11,000 children from birth to seven years old were part in a study to show the affect that snoring can have. It was found that little ones who struggled with sleep apnea, mouth breathing, and snoring, were 40 to 100 percent more likely to develop a neurobehavioral problem by seven years old. Sleep breathing problems decrease the amount of oxygen to the brain and increase carbon dioxide levels that can cause interruption during sleep when one's body is in the restorative process. It can also mess with the balance of various brain chemicals. It is important to take note whether a child is sleeping peacefully, and action should be taken if they are not.


http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/dpps/health/study-snoring-children-more-likely-to-have-behavioral-problems-dpgonc-20120305-fc_18370124