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It's hard to draw vast conclusions from a few anecdotes. My parents limited video game time, and I think they were right to do so. I still managed to become a
by dwaltrip 9y ago
It's hard to draw vast conclusions from a few anecdotes.
My parents limited video game time, and I think they were right to do so. I still managed to become a (fairly skilled, I hope) software developer.
- thomastjeffery 9y agoIt sucks when conclusions are drawn that ignore anecdotes. I am not totally against parents controlling their children's behavior, but I am wary of how trivial it is to take that to the extreme, without even realizing it, because of a collective fear that is promoted by those around you. I am quite certain that measures of control over my "computer use" would have been detrimental. It's important to not throw that aside in discussions like this.
- dwaltrip 9y agoI'm not saying strict controls are always the right thing, I just wanted to provide a counterpoint. I agree that balance is important and that not all situations are alike.