Think about your child's video game
playing. Look at the statements below. If you agree with the statement,
check the box.
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Agree
My child feels great while playing the video game.
My child feels unhappy, cranky or irritable when not
playing.
My child is angry, has a temper tantrum, when I ask
him/her to stop.
My child craves more playing time.
My child spends much of his/her time in their bedroom
(with video game system).
My child thinks about the game when not playing.
More and more of my child's friends are "on line
friends."
More and more of my child's friends are gamers.
My child would rather play video games than be with
family and friends.
My child neglects responsibilities, such as homework
and family chores.
My child tries to cut back on playing time but can't.
My child plays mores often than he/she plans.
My child plays for longer periods than planned. He/she
can't seem to quit
My child sometimes lies about his/her playing time.
My child sometimes sneaks time to play, before school
or late into the night.
My child stays (or wants to stay) home from school
to play video games.
My child spends more than twenty hours a week playing.
My child continues to play in spite of negative consequences.
My child has arguments with me about how much time
he/she spends playing.
