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I’m 14-years old and don’t like playing first-person shooter games like my friends – what should I do?
 I’m 14-years old and don’t like playing first-person shooter games like my friends – what should I do? 750 250 Mediatrics

Q: I am 14 years old, and currently debating my choice of friends. They all play first-person shooter (FPS) games, while I choose other kinds of games. They often tell me how great their games are but criticize mine. When they clamor for the new Call of Duty, I freak out over the new Sonic…

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Should I let my 13-year-old stream his Call of Duty gameplay?
 Should I let my 13-year-old stream his Call of Duty gameplay? 750 250 Mediatrics

Q: My 13-year-old son began playing Call of Duty at home beginning in January of this year. We monitor his gaming and have him turn it off after a certain amount of time. He is now asking to “stream” with one of his favorite online players who does this on YouTube regularly. I am concerned…

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My 13-year-old is obsessed with the card game ‘Magic the Gathering’, what should I do?
 My 13-year-old is obsessed with the card game ‘Magic the Gathering’, what should I do? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: My 13-year-old son is obsessed with the card game Magic the Gathering (MTG) and occasional video games. Computer time is limited to 45 minutes/weekend day and he rarely plays MTG. However, when he does his homework, he often drifts over to MTG websites and other sites unrelated to homework. He is constantly plotting his…

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Should a 12-year-old have a personal YouTube account?
 Should a 12-year-old have a personal YouTube account? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: My 12-year-old son wants a YouTube account so that he can post videos of himself talking about how to play certain games. He says he can earn money this way, as some of his friends do. He says he can be totally anonymous, so there are no risks. I told him I am willing…

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My 10-year-old grandson is playing M-rated video games and his parents don’t seem to mind–what can I do?
 My 10-year-old grandson is playing M-rated video games and his parents don’t seem to mind–what can I do? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: My ten year old grandson is seemingly addicted to his Xbox and is allowed to play M-rated games. On weekend he spends hours on end playing. He becomes very defensive when you call him. His room has become his dungeon and his parents allow it, I guess to keep him out of their hair!…

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My 16-year-old son is addicted to Internet role-playing games–how can I help him?
 My 16-year-old son is addicted to Internet role-playing games–how can I help him? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: Over the past year, my 16-year-old son has become more and more addicted to Internet role playing sites. My son has ADHD and has always had a hyper focusing problem, but not on anything that would prevent him from his school work. He started out playing the games casually, but over time they have become…

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If TV contributes to obesity, should I limit my kids’ screen time to video games and computers?
 If TV contributes to obesity, should I limit my kids’ screen time to video games and computers? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: I just saw that you published a study about childhood obesity and watching TV. From the article I read, it sounds like kids who watch TV and commercials for high-calorie foods are more likely to be obese—but that playing video games and using the computer aren’t a problem. Does this mean I should limit…

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Will playing hunting video games cause my son to be more aggressive and desensitize him to violence?
 Will playing hunting video games cause my son to be more aggressive and desensitize him to violence? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: Hello, I am the mother of a 10-year-old boy. We don’t allow violent video games in the house, but we do allow him to play first-person shooter hunting games (Duck Hunter, Cabela’s, Big Buck Hunter, etc.), which he loves, especially as he takes a hunting trip with his father every year. My fear is…

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It feels like 9/11 all over again. Our world has changed—forever. Now what do I do?
 It feels like 9/11 all over again. Our world has changed—forever. Now what do I do? 150 150 Mediatrics

Q: I am the mother of a 5 year old, an 8 year old and a 12 year old. I am numb with grief, fear, and rage… yes, rage. Rage at myself and at my society, more than anything else. I am numb, but not immobile. Last night I went through all of our DVDs…

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We gather together.
 We gather together. 150 150 Mediatrics

Thanksgiving is considered a time of reflection, giving thanks, family togetherness, and, of course, delicious food. But when all the toasts have been made, the plates cleared, and the leftovers tucked away, it can be easy to fall into a state of media mindlessness—dozing off in front of the TV, checking cell phones for scores…

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