Study: why younger adults prefer texting over phone calls

A recent UK study reveals a preference for texting over phone calls among younger adults. Nearly 70% of respondents aged 18-34 prefer text messages. Furthermore, one in four admits to never answering phone calls at all. This trend extends across age groups under 40. 75% of millennials in the US prefer texting to direct conversation. Psychological research suggests distinct psychological profiles for those who consistently choose texting. Texting offers autonomy and control, allowing individuals to respond at their own pace. Unlike phone calls, which demand immediate attention, texts provide time to process and formulate responses. This asynchronous nature appeals to those valuing independence. Text-based communicators are often "deliberative communicators." They utilize extra time to craft nuanced and insightful responses. Linguistic analysis reveals more complex vocabulary and sentence structures in texts, indicating precision and a desire for accurate communication.