<p>Is it possible that he’s depressed? Given the language and culture barriers he had to overcome, it’s not surprising that it took him longer to get his degree, but if he seems unmotivated to do anything, that could be a sign of depression. Perhaps the transition has been more stressful for him than anyone realizes and getting lost in computer games is his way of coping. Good luck, Jong, you seem very dedicated to helping him and that’s to your credit.</p>