How can I break my boyfriends addiction to video games?
926867
i think you need to slow down and give him some time. let him stay alone with his games. make him miss you. I'm sure the games will go away and he'll be the same guy.
36358
Try getting into the whole playstation thing, you might catch his attention and get into something that is totally fun and harmless.  Also guys dig chicks who like games.  I'm a hardcore gamer and I get guys sending me friend requests all the time on xbox live just because I'm a girl.
775175
Buy a sleep mask to block out the light.  WoW is very addictive and night is the primary time to play.  He isn't likely to just 'turn it off and go to bed.'  Honestly, you'll probably get used to it one way or another; if you can get used to drunken parties and screaming girlfriends you can sleep through WoW (unless your roomie is a jerk and turns up the volume real loud).
525365
If he's super nice, why do you want to break up with him?  Make sure you're 100% sure.  After you're positive you want to break up with him, the best way would be to tell him straioght out.  he probably wouldn't appreciate games.  You might break his heart, but it's better than staying with him and being miserable while he tries frantically to find out what's wrong.
144756
There's nothing wrong with that at all.  My boyfriend is like that as well.  He doesn't care for sports, in fact, I watch more sports than he does.  And he's not into video games, violent or not.  Nor does he hunt.  It's perfectly normal that you're that way.  So, don't sweat it!  In fact, I find it a turn on that he's not turned on by sports.  hehe
952046
Computer and Video Game Addiction \n\nComputers, video games, and the Internet have become entrenched features of our daily lives. Computer use has reached beyond work and is now a major source of fun and entertainment for many people. For most people, computer use and video game play is integrated into their lives in a balanced healthy manner. For others, time spent on the computer or video game is out of balance, and has displaced work, school, friends, and even family. \n\nWhat is computer and video game addiction?\n\nWhen time spent on the computer, playing video games or cruising the Internet reaches a point that it harms a child's or adult's family and social relationships, or disrupts school or work life, that person may be caught in a cycle of addiction. Like other addictions, the computer or video game has replaced friends and family as the source of a person's emotional life. Increasingly, to feel good, the addicted person spends more time playing video games or searching the Internet. Time away from the computer or game causes moodiness or withdrawal. \n\nWhen a person spends up to ten hours a day or more rearranging or sending files, playing games, surfing the net, visiting chat rooms, instant messaging, and reading emails, that easily can reach up to seventy to eighty hours a week on-line with the computer. Major social, school or work disruptions will result.\n\nSymptoms of computer or video game addiction:\n\nFor children: \n\nMost of non-school hours are spent on the computer or playing video games. \nFalling asleep in school. \nNot keeping up with assignments. \nWorsening grades. \nLying about computer or video game use. \nChoosing to use the computer or play video games, rather than see friends. \nDropping out of other social groups (clubs or sports). \nIrritable when not playing a video game or on the computer. \nFor adults: \n\nComputer or video game use is characterized by intense feelings of pleasure and guilt. \nObsessing and pre-occupied about being on the computer, even when not connected. \nHours playing video games or on the computer increasing, seriously disrupting family, social or even work life. \nLying about computer or video game use. \nExperience feelings of withdrawal, anger, or depression when not on the computer or involved with their video game. \nMay incur large phone or credit bills for on-line services. \nCan't control computer or video game use. \nFantasy life on-line replaces emotional life with partner. \nThere are even physical symptoms that may point to addiction: \n\nCarpal tunnel syndrome. \nSleep disturbances \nBack, neck aches \nHeadaches \nDry eyes \nFailure to eat regularly or neglect personal hygiene \nFor the computer or video game addicted person, a fantasy world on-line or in a game has replaced his or her real world. The virtual reality of the computer or game is more inviting than the every day world of family, school or work. With the increased access to pornography on the Internet and in games, this fantasy world may be highly sexual. \n\nThe first step to healing is to recognize the symptoms. Help from a professional is often needed.
104500
go with him next time he goes shopping for a new game and help him pick one out so you will like it too. then play when he's not home so you can get better than him so when you play together you'll beat him sometimes it's fun to play if you actually like the game just not for hours on end just tell him you have a half hour available and you want to play video games he'll be excited b/c you actually want to do something he likes then he may be more willing to do something you like good luck! have fun!!
30016
Give your boyfriend an Xbox360. That's a way to a guys heart.
1085135
If you enjoy plying video games, then they can become addicting. Anything you enjoy doing releases chemicals in your brain and you become addicted to them. So in a way video games are addicting, but so is your favorite food, sex, sleep, hot showers or warm baths. The trick is to simply learn moderation.
19339
I went crazy and bought my boyfriend all sorts of stuff the first Christmas.  Then I toned it back a bit.  Now I just get him things he'll have fun with.  He's in Grad school, so does a ton of reading, writing, and studying.  Conversely, anytime a birthday or Christmas come up, video games and cute clothes are had by all:-)
761209
As a long time gamer, there's a line that, when crossed, tells you and the world that he's not just a power-gamer but an addict. to me, that line is when being online is more important than your relationship.\n\nI've always put my relationships and obligations above gaming - which is why I'm still married after 16 years with a wife who is NOT nearly as much of a gamer as I am.\n\nTell your man to either get offline ONCE IN A WHILE or risk losing you - if the "risk losing you" part doesn't get his attention, start looking to upgrade ;-)
77199
I've been battling this addiction for years myself.  It is not an easy thing to kick! But coming from someone who's been there let me offer a few suggestions:\n\n1.  Support, don't condemn. What I mean is realize he is acting on very normal impulses, but seeking relief in unhealthy ways. If you make him feel guilty about it, it'll only compound the problem.\n2.  Get him to agree to be held accountable for his actions.  If you are his wife/partner, encourage him to talk to you or someone else he trusts whenever he feels he cannot resist the temptation.\n3.  Get him to seek spiritual help.  I am a born again believer in the Lord Jesus Christ.  It's only by His strength I can and will overcome this addiction!\n4.  Encourage him to take it a day at a time (a minute at a time if necessary).\n5.  If he stumbles, encourage him to confess it, ask forgiveness from God, and get back on the wagon (knowing he's been forgiven).\n6.  NEVER give up on him! And do your best not to allow him to give up on himself.\n\nThere may come a point where there's nothing more that you can do for this man (save pray for him).  If that time comes, don't be afraid to leave him in God's capable, loving hands.  You can't heal him, but God is eager and well able to do just that! I, on my part will endeavor to pray for you and your friend as I'm reminded to do so.  If I can help you further, drop me an email.
746844
YEAHHH CHRISTMAS COMING!!!! HOLIDAY COMING!!\n\n\nur bf like to play video game???  u can buy nintendo Wii or ps3 if he does
290818
I know what you mean when you said you are addicted to this site... me, i cant stop answering peoples questions either. Anyway, you can contact me if you need to talk about your problems with your boyfriend. Have a nice day.
316759
Ask him if it's you, or is there anything you can do to ease his troubled mind.  If he says no, then its best to leave him alone, go out with your girly pals until he gets over it.  trust me, once he's sulking all alone in a dark apartment for hours with his pathetic poor-me bullshit, and starts to imagine you playing 3-D naked twister with your girlfriends, he'll get over that imature I-Me-Mine game real quick!
780995
ask him what he wants life to short to play games
667080
Easy...my wife did this:\nWhen we were dating, and were engaged, I was a very obsessive gamer. she took my controllers away one day, and then that night sat them on a table, next to the ring I placed on her finger. I had to choose, which was more important. I placed the ring back on her finger, and apologizied for my selfishness. I still play games (of course) but no where near as much as over a year ago. He will have to choose, he can't marry a video game system. Which is more important to him, you or the games?