Am I a bad parent for not buying my 6 yo child a "game system"? All of her friends have them. I think the idea is really silly since we have two PCs in the house that will play games. I also want her to keep playing outside like she does.
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debsmooth
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I think you are a good parent. I never got all the things I wanted as a child and I has helped me to understand that I cannot have everything I want when I want it as an adult. They obviously have stuff to entertain themselves with. And you could spend a ridiculous amount of cash just on games alone, in addition to the system. I am sure they will get over it. Good on you :)
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Nothing wrong with not spoiling your child. Put them to work while your at it. You'd be doing a lot more good than my parents ever did for me. I can't even hold a job because I'm too lazy.
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Of course you aren't a bad parent. You sound like a very responsible parent, if anything, and one that doesn't give in to whim's and fads. Game systems - when abused - can lead to less activity, increase in weight, and less desire to socialise with family members and friends. Plus, personally, I think that type of toy is more suited to a tween or a teen.
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I think its ok to buy her a game, as long as you moderate the games she plays, and the time she spends on it. It should be a special thing, that she can play an hour a day. A lot of kids nowadays spend their free time on video games, to the point where they become addicted. E.g. WoW
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No, you're definitely not.
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you are the parent. you make the decision. at 6, she is far better off playing outside than on a game system...and the peer pressure will only get worse if you give in now....keep up the good work.
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Oh please of course that doesn't make you a bad parent. Here is the thing about parenting, its not the same as being your child's friend.
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Not at all. As a parent, it's up to you to decide what's best for YOUR child.
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your a good parent. just cuz her friends have them doesnt mean she has to. she SHOULD play outside. and you have 2 comps that play games. theres no reason to buy one it'll be a waste of money and be bad for her inteligence.
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