It has, and it hasn't. If you text inplace of a more personal form of comminication then its effect is negative. But if you use it to augment your personal communication, then it is beneficial.

Texting sucks. I hate it. You can be scammed more easily in texting than in any real time phone convo. Here is why I hate texting:
Whatcha doin?
Nuten
Wanna get a pizza
IDK
Isn't Suzie cute
Yeah
Would she date me
IDK
Wanna hang
Maybe
Short messages are OK but texting bullshit just goes on and on and on. I have yet to figure out a purpose for it and think most people should buy a pet.

In general I agree with you that there is alot texts can leave out. However, we humans have spent many generations perfecting communication through the written word. I wonder if the telephone has dulled this talent? Texts are shorter, abbreviated in odd ways, and sometimes not very well spelled(guilty ) but they are a very handy communication method.... we just need some patience and practice. Thoughts?

Totally agree!