I have a lot of friends whose sons at one time or another forsaked many things the previously enjoyed to stay totally glued to games and TV. In discussing it, we came to the conclusion that is was the fathers' fault for not being more involved with their sons - maintaining that connection with them. So, now, they play with their sons on the games, even if they suck at it, to maintain that connection. They also enforce "family nights" where no games or TV - where they do anything they want.
This has worked quite well.
I know Mr W loves his videos and TV, but he also loves helping me do repairs (hands me the tools) and mow the yard. We only allow videos in the AM when we are getting ready and maybe some on the weekends. He is a lot more fun if he has had no TV, that is for sure.
