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