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hi,
i can relate our son was addicted to gameboy when he first came to live with us.we realized quickly he could not be permitted to keep it in his room or he would play it constantly.he had meltdowns ,when he was told game time was up.this is what he was used to doing.tv and video games are used by some parents as a babysitter.at 4 i would limiot how much tv he watches,and what programs he watches.also use tv time as a reward for good behavior,and take away tv time for bad behavior.he may not know how to play with toys.some kids are not taught this ,and have no clue how to have fun playing.play simple games with him,read to him,this will help him bond to you.playdoh,coloring and drawing are good activities for his age.our son also loves tv,and all he wants to talk about is video games and tv shows he has watched,we now limit tv even more.on school nights ,no gameboy,and very little tv.time outs or time ins,be persistent and consistent.also read love and logic,there is a book on love and logic for toddlers also.you are in charge,and he needs to know that.
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