How to Avoid Getting Addicted to Computer Games
- Realize the classic signs of video game addiction and seek help if you're obsessed with playing, thinking about gaming while participating in other activities, lying about the amount of time you spend playing or playing to make yourself forget about stressful "real life" problems.
- Fill your life with other fulfilling pastimes like sports, exercise, reading or writing, for example.
- List the activities you need to accomplish each day, such as work, school, homework, housework or taking care of pets.
- Set an alarm or ask a member of your family to alert you after a set period.
- Ask family members to let you know if they feel your gaming has gotten out of hand.
- Rent or share potentially addictive computer games with friends.
via ehow
