My son is a video game head

[tjung10]

I still play video games from time to time. Nothing wrong with it if  they do other things also!

[ljrjess69]

playing games aint all that bad I think 

[bremer51]

Everything in moderation...they say.  I like kids to enjoy the outdoors too.

[mill8277]

my 17 yr old is a gamer...he spends most his time on the game.....he uploads game shots to youtube........he has a program that allows him to make his game shots into videos and add music....

[Optiwoman]

My son and I both play video games  - all the time.   I've been a gamer since my parent's brought home pong in the 70's, and we've had every system since, so I don't see any reason to make him stop playing.   My son just managed to graduate high school with a 4.65 GPA, and multiple awards in technology.   There are a lot of careers out there that they claim gaming is a big help in.  Unless he is failing in school, or being really sullen and rude to you, I say - let him play. 

[tyronicag]

i dont understand why guys love video games. my son is only 7 and has like 200 game

[Cuppycake]

i dont understand why guys love video games. my son is only 7 and has like 200 game

I assure you it is NOT just guys. I am lucky to be a gamer girl that met the most wonderful husband in the world IN a video game !

[articx]

i dont understand why guys love video games. my son is only 7 and has like 200 game

Video games are a source of entertainment. Some like that they can escape reality for a few minutes a day to rescue a princess, kill zombies, or kill criminals/villains and either be seen as a hero or avoid getting into real life trouble. Some people like video games, some prefer sports, others prefer other things.

[lvstephanie]

I too feel that gaming may actually provide some benefits that outdoor activities don't necessarily offer. I'm now working as a programmer mostly because of my gaming experience when I was younger.... When my parents got me an IBM PC Jr. back in the '80s, a BASIC programming language cartridge was included, and I realized that instead of just playing store-bought games, I could actually make my own games. From there I read books on programming, took summer camps in it, took courses in high school and college, and eventually got a masters degree in the field. After awhile, the problem solving and satisfaction of creating a program became almost like a video game in itself. Just make sure they do some physical activity to keep their bodies in shape, and set up time limits to prevent them from zoning out for hours on end.

[johncache]

Good luck with that! But seriously, why would you want to take that away from him? Because he enjoys it so much?

[janel217]

I wont take it away I just wanted to hear other people's views, and there's so much good info here i'm going to look into something that can possibly help him in his future. Thanks all!

[hkckk5]

 
My son is a video game head

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My teenage son plays video alot, should I make him stop?He does go outside and play with his friends but i'm just wondering.

I think playing videos are good for children. He still goes out to play with friends and that is good too. Don't make him stop unless he gets to the point where that is all he is doing. He will be fine, let him play. 

[davidh121]

Your son needs to socialize with people directly and get out once in awhile. I sometimes if I would have been more successful in my career path if I didn't waste as much time in video games when I was younger.

[sherryinutah]

The time spent playing video games is a problem if it interferes with other aspects of life.  How old is he?  Does he spend time working, doing chores, in school or socializing?

My son was obsessed with video games, as well.  He dropped out of school, wouldn't work and was avoiding social situations.  His OCD was a nightmare for me for about 10 years.  I now understand that he has a mental health issue where he uses video games to escape reality.

Consider his specific situation and if necessary.....

tell him if he doesn't balance other things in his life he'll have to have appointments with a therapist.  Be prepared to follow through.  Good luck.  Parenting can be a tough job, at times.