My son plays too much on the computer, WOW, what should I do?

Answer 1

make a new rule, he can only go on the computer matching the number of minutes he reads and does homework.

If he doesn't like that plan, take out the cable.

Answer 2

You are the parent here. The computer should be in the open, not in his bedroom where you can not see whats going on. You may not have any worries about him now, but lets just let him know you are interested in what he is doing on the computer.

Limit his time. Let him use the computer for homework if necessary, then set a limit as to how much time he can have and stick to it. Again, you are the parent here.

If he plays a lot of games, send him outside to play once in a while. A little exercise is always a good thing.

I also don't let my daughter get up from her time at the computer and go right to the television, movies, etc. It's all the same type of thing. Sit and do nothing.

Answer 3

Install a password that only you know. This way, when he tries to log on, he has to go through you to get online. You go to the START menu, then CONTROL PANEL, then USER ACCOUNTS, then click on the account, and it will give you the choice to change or create a password. If your son has his own computer with his own password, have him log on and then make him turn away from the computer while you change the password. If your son is older, like a teenager, then you are going to have a harder time. My son is a teenager and spends a lot of time on the computer. So far it is not a problem. Another thing you could do is give your son a daily limit, and if he exceeds the time limit per day on the computer, then take away privileges. I don't know who your internet provider is, but you might look into plans that only allow limited internet usage per day (I believe AOL has such a plan, but I don't use them, so I'm not sure). Good luck.

Answer 4

Maybe get off the computer yourself...JUST KID DEN. Sit down with him and create traditions. Depending on age, ask him to help you on a project, Have a 30min a day computer time. The first week or 2 will be hard for the change. But he will get through it! Or offer him games on the computer that will better him. If you make the computer a battle, then the situation could get blown out of proportion. So pick your battles. Talk to him, see what he thinks about the time he is on the computer. Good luck!

Answer 5

I was once addicted to an online game similar to WoW. I am no longer playing any online games. As much as you may not like this suggestion, I think it's the best possible option:

He needs to play it out of his system. If he quits early, his brain will crave the game until he relapses. He needs help with balancing real life responsibilities while playing WoW at shorter and shorter intervals until it no longer interests him. He needs to know you're there for him; meanwhile you need to constantly remind him of all that he could be doing with his life if he weren't playing the game.

I quit early, and relapsed a few times. Until I finally "played out the game," meaning I was done extracting fun from it. I realized how much better life is when not playing, and I am convinced of the benefits of not playing another game in such a manner.

You can also introduce the idea of "putting as much effort into succeeding in real life as you do at the game."

Answer 6

Your son spends a lot of time on the computer because there's nothing else for him to do (besides homework, chores- which is not interesting). Why not do things with your son and get him to be busy-- play ball, cook together, etc. You can also enroll him in karate class/ swimming class/ music class or etc, Spend time with your son- talking and listening to him without judgement.
Try not to limit his computer time by leaving him with nothing to do. If you are to limit his time, make sure that you substitute those time by spending time with him. Reason with him otherwise he may resent you and therefore hurt the relationship.

Answer 7

Sadly, there is only one thing you can do about this. Remove his access to the computer and then set a limit on how much time he can spend on it. In other words, he has to ask you to use it and then you say no. I go through this with my daughter and TV. It goes something like this: mommy can I watch TV. NO. Pleeeease. No. Whyyyyyy. Because it is not healthy for you to spend so much time watching TV. But I NEEEEED to watch TV. NO. Here come the tears. No. Now she is laying on the floor. No. You get the picture.

You have my complete sympathy. I have struggled with this myself and have come to only one solution. You say no and stick to it.

Ways to make it easier- try to do something with your son that he enjoys. If he uses the computer alot he may not be able to "self entertain". You can help him through the transition by working with him on various enjoyable activities. Good Luck.

Answer 8

My mom has the same problem with me so I sympathize with your son :-P Lol

But the worst thing you can do which kind of made me and my mom a little distant from each other is by limiting his computer time or being rude and telling him to get out of whatever room he's in. How old is he anyway?

Maybe have him go out more with his friends to like laser tag or the movies or something...it's a lot more fun than being bored on the computer anyway.

Good luck! ;-)

Answer 9

I am a player of World of Warcraft and I know just the solution.One day while I was playing a player was annoying me asking me for money,following me, killing my monsters before I could so I just stopped playing. I only play a little per day now, so I wont get annoyed. So the solution is tell me your sons world of warcraft charcters name so I could annoy him enough to get sick of it like i did.

Answer 10

definately put the computer in a room where he can be supervised. Lay down the law! Limit usage...INFORCE the rules. Encourage other activities outside. Good luck!