Do some kids go to college and since their parents are not monitoring them the do video games all day and flunk out? just curious. Or do they just get mature? ...
I'm sure this happens but it partially an association/causation question. Do kids who aren't transitioning well use video games to help them feel better short term while digging their hole deeper long term? I'll bet they do. I try to talk about short term and long term coping mechanisms - alot! One thing I love about my son's current situation is that as a boarding school student he isn't allowed video game systems in his room, but he gets to learn how to handle a moderate amount of independence in a protected environment before the big transition to college.
Smiles,
Grinity
