kimj88
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DS is 9. We have rules, for example, he has a bedtime. He is not allowed to watch R rated movies. He is not allowed to play M (Mature 17+) video games. He is not allowed to sit alone in a room on the internet and do as he pleases. Honestly, I don't think these are wierd or excessive rules for a 9 year old boy. However, many of his friends his age have NONE of these rules, even as guidelines. What is particularly causing me an issue is so many of his 9 year old, even 8 year old friends are allowed to play whatever video games, whatever ratings, however long and often they wish. These games have sex in them, barely dressed women, lots of violence, glorify crimes, etc. There is plenty of time to play these when he is several years older.
Please help me understand, are the parents just lazy, unaware of what the games entail, or am I too strict??
Please help me understand, are the parents just lazy, unaware of what the games entail, or am I too strict??