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Teens and young adults are commonly stereotyped as individuals who can't stand to put down their phones for even a few minutes. Granted, as technology increasingly affects how people communicate, order food, and even keep up with schoolwork, folks of varying ages are bound to keep their mobile devices nearby.

In the case of teenagers, the notion of a hopeless addiction to phones may have stronger roots in fiction than reality. As it turns out, a brand new study dispels the narrative that young people simply can't function without being in proximity to these gadgets.

Here's the truth about teens and cell phones

The Pew Research Center released an interesting study on this topic earlier today. According to the findings, 95% of kids between 13 and 17 use the internet on a daily basis and can easily access a mobile phone.

However, while apart from these devices, 74% reported feelings of happiness. Likewise, 72% of teens said they still feel peaceful even in the absence of a phone.

Only three out of ten kids in this age range stated they experience loneliness or become upset when parted from their cellphones. 44% admitted to feelings of anxiety sans proximity to mobile gadgets.

Data from the Pew Research Center gets even more fascinating upon learning how teens view phones overall. 70% agree these devices are more advantageous than detrimental, with 30% taking the opposing view.

However, teenage boys of all ages, along with older teenage girls, remain less likely than girls 13-14 to view mobile phones as a net negative.

As for the benefits of these devices, 45% of teens agree that phones increase students' ability to thrive in school. Nearly seven in ten also believe their cell phones can support the pursuit of recreational activities.

A fine line for parents to walk

Just as unmitigated cell phone use can be quite damaging to teenagers, completely depriving them of access to these devices comes with its own set of risks. Ideally, parents of these kids should work to make the most of cell phones' benefits, while containing their risks.

In a world that's becoming more infused with technology, some people make the case that phones are now a necessity for both adults and older children.