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Nov 01, 2009 at 08:02 PM
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Are video game and computer games effecting his ADHD or do they help him cope? How much is to much?
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Nov 01, 2009 at 10:38 PM
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For me, videogames are a bad idea. I found that I would play the videogames and not do anything else. Videogames were a major distraction for me. Perhaps for others with ADHD, videogames aren't as much of a distraction/hyperfocus problem. I think as in all things, moderation is the key. As his mother, you will probably notice if they start to take over his life. __________________ --SIMCHA |
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Nov 02, 2009 at 04:27 AM
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My ADHD son plays video and computer games without any trouble. I think they help him cope but it is also something he enjoys very much. Nothing wrong with his attention then either!!
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Nov 02, 2009 at 10:17 AM
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Nov 02, 2009 at 02:16 PM
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Video games are great for coping. On the other hand, they're also great for *avoiding*. I think it's important to monitor his mood when he plays. I play video games all the time to cope. Unfortunately, what I'm coping with is very often high anxiety because of a great amount of work I have to get done for school. I agree with everything that has been said thus far; that moderation is the key, and that he will have his own unique level of what is appropriate. Sometimes for me, two hours of a game could help me work for the rest of the night. Other times, not so much.
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Nov 22, 2009 at 05:43 PM
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studies have shown that some types of video games can increase attentional skills. Obviously it depends which game a child is playing.
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Dec 15, 2009 at 11:19 AM
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I have really bad adhd and add and i consider any activity that i can sit and do without discomfort to be a relief. If he can pay attention to it, i say it's good to help him relax
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