Is it safe to use a hands-free device to talk on a cell phone while driving?

So far, the research indicates that the cognitive distraction of having a hands-free phone conversation causes drivers to miss the important visual and audio cues that would ordinarily help you avoid a crash.

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1. Is distracted driving really a problem?
2. What is distracted driving?
3. If it's so dangerous, why do people do it?
4. Who are the most serious offenders?
5. Sending or reading one text is pretty quick, unlike a phone conversation - wouldn't that be okay?
6. Is it safe to use a hands-free device to talk on a cell phone while driving?