Video Game Addiction
· Require that homework and other chores be completed first.
· Keep video and computer games out of child's bedroom.
· Be firm. Consistently enforce the rules. If your child refuses to
cooperate, restrict access to video games for a period of time.
· Be clear with your child that constant arguments about game playing
will result in loss of game playing privileges.
· If nothing else works, go cold turkey. Get rid of the games.
· Encourage other activities. Have younger children help make a list of
"Fun Things to Do".