I'm addicted to the computer, but I don't know what else to do :(?

Question

I play on the computer way to much, there will be saturdays where I'm on it ALL DAY(yikes) and I usually go to bed feeling stupid. Now I realize this is a problem, but I just can't stop it. Another problem is that I can't find anything else to do, whenever I'm off the computer I get bored out of my mind. I'm 16 and nobody my age lives around me, and I'm homeschooled.
Sometimes it feels like without the computer I would be the loneliest person in the world, because it's the only thing that allows me to talk to people.

So I guess I need help with stopping my computer addiction and finding other ways to have fun?

Answer 1

Hon, read my internetted lips: GET OUT OF THERE!!!.No one should be holding you hostage. If you must, drive to the next big town or neighborhood near you, join some kind of team or group and get some friends. And another wa to have fun is(I know this is a little weird but ) by reading the bible. Yeah you heard me right. Read the bible. You will find jesus and all of adam and eves descendants as your friends.

Answer 2

I can relate i feel the same way all the time. Just recently my mom and dad got a divorce and im living with my mom and we moved to a different city, leaving all my friends behind. Now my moms working all the time and can never drive me to my friends never ever can she and its miserable it really is. I hate feeling lonely i really do but thank god for my mom because i dont know what id do without her. My advice to you is play some video games, get involved with the community, help the homless, help the elderly, get a job that will give you something to do. Theres all kinds of ways to have fun no one can tell you what is fun, you have to find that out for yourself. But walk around outside look for other kids in the neigborhood. Maybe instead of being homeschooled you can go to a public school, those kinds of schools are loaded with kids. If you ever need someone to talk to email me anytime [e-mail] Good Luck


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Answer 3

There are so many things in this world that you can do other than just wasting your time on computer games! If u r addicted to computer, u can start with it. Try finding new friends to chat with. Talk with them what you like to talk. I am sure, u must be having some thoughts which are not always connected to computer games...talk out your thoughts to your computer friends...go out in the park, do bird watching, watch movies, go to a gym, make a girl friend and spend your time with her, go to a book shop & try to look for some interesting books, watch comedies or some sports...life is very interesting and is much more interesting than just a computer game !!

Answer 4

I have THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM!!! and i am in your age range. I am addicted to the computer this very moment, can't take my eyes off it, and when someone wants to get on my computer, i explode. Maybe instead of the computer, you can ask if you can take little siblings ( if you have any ) to the beach! the nearby beach, or lake, maybe to go fishing, if you do not have any siblings, what the heck, do it by yourself, also maybe, take a run around the block, or a bike ride. Or tell your parents to take you to the mall, or shopping. There is plenty of things to do instead of computer. You can try new things like try dressing up in clothes you would NEVER wear, like girl clothes, that would be funny! and fun! You should really try all these things!

Hope i helped :)

Answer 5

Too many Yahoo Answers?

You are looking AROUND NOW rather than looking FORWARD. You are old enough to get a JOB. Few people know what they want to do with the rest of their life from 13-23. By the time they turn 23, they start to get a clue. Many people develop their sense of self-worth from work and community service. Go make some money and help someone less fortunate than yourself.

You are bored because you expect someone else to entertain you. That's a dead-end path. The suggested "do a girl" will likely create less boredom and more trouble than you actually need.

Answer 6

Walk away from the computer and maybe read a good book, listen to your favorite music, be creative and write or draw, watch movies, There are a lot of other things you can do to entertain yourself. You need to get a hobby. I love to draw, sculpt with clay, play video games, read. I find these things are a great escape, entertaining and also stimulate your mind. Try something new.

Answer 7

I was homeschooled too, so I know exactly what you can do for this problem. If you haven't already, become active in different programs and activities in your area, such as the YMCA. You can also become active in various types of community service. Also, if you go to church, find ways to become active in different activities in your church. Maybe you should even consider getting a job. There are so many things you can do to make your life interesting being that you have all the time in the world do so. All you need to do is get a little creative. Trust me. I should know.

Answer 8

Buy a helmet, get on a bicycle and start getting out and seeing what's around your area. Try to bike 2 miles, they add more miles as you work up your energy level.

Contact your local park district (phone book, not computer) and see what classes and activities they offer. Is there a YMCA or Boys and Girls Club nearby? How about volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, the Big Brothers, BIg Sisters organization, or the local food bank.

Oh yaa... and how about looking for a part-time job in the early evenings and/or weekends... to save up for that expensive bike you're going to want after you enter you first bike race. Look up bike clubs on your computer and find one in your area... then get off the chair and get out and be active!

Answer 9

Try finding a new hobby. Drawing, writing, sports, something fun. Or try going to the park just for a walk. Try watching movies you enjoy such as action, horror, ect. Since if you weren't on the computer you'd feel lonley, perhaps find a soul mate. In other words, find a girl. Then you'll often want to be with her and you won't have time for the computer.

Answer 10

awww don't worry. I am sure there is a support group out there somewhere to help you this. Just remember ur not alone. Maybe you should get out and go to the park and if you want u can bring a lap top. U could probably meet people there. Get a dog they make great companions. you can tell them anything only problem is they don't answer back. don't worry if u believe u can get over this problem then u can. the first step is admitting u have a problem =]