<p>I couldn't read all the posts, so i'm sorry if I repeat, but OMG THERE ARE A LOT OF VERY JUDGMENTAL PEOPLE HERE!!!</p>
<p>That said, I had to take WOW away from my 15 year old son, and now he's onto another game! I know I should take it away, but maybe someday he'll make a career out of it- don't we tell them to do what they love??</p>
<p>Here's a book I'm reading, from my public library: GUYLAND, copyrighted this year, by a sociologist- Micheal Kimmel. May be worthwhile for many of the parents, it is a bit scary to think of the world of your son as he describes it. In my fantasies I can imagine son reading it and discussing how it fits him- in reality I doubt he would read it, much less clue me in as to how he spends his time. Good luck OP, listen to the professionals and use us parents for moral support.</p>
<p>nysmile, when I mentioned everything I did, I did so but clearly I know the MOST important thing here is getting my son better and finding the root of the this continuing problem........of course I am well aware of it. No I wouldn't send him to an outdoor problem but he may be undergoing a treatment program for this very "ailment" in a hospital in Boston, we are looking into it as we speak, it is a 4-8 wk. treatment program which helps to detox the person all the while going through heavy therapy/treatment.
Believe me I know what we need to do, and the wheels are turning fast and furious to see he gets the help he badly needs.</p>
<p>4boyz1gal, I am glad that you are not blaming yourself. You did not cause this nor can you fix it. I hope that a program can be found that is a good match for your son. Your family is in my thoughts.</p>
<p>4boyz1gal,
After reading this thread all I can say is best of luck to you and your son. Video games can be a very devious addiction. However with the determination and support I'm feeling from your posts I'm sure your son will pull through in the end. I know how long those restless nights can feel right now. Hang in there!</p>