hodgepodge Posted September 25, 2010 Share Posted September 25, 2010 My 13yr old has just got an XBOX this week, and tonight I find him with headphones on racing live with someone and also talking directly to them. Obviously I need to have a chat with him about not exchanging prsonal info with whoever he's racing with. We only have a TV in the living room as I don't allow them in bedrooms so he's not hidden away from us. Anyone else any experiences with this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatwhale Posted September 25, 2010 Share Posted September 25, 2010 Smash the xbox up, Its evil just like having a t.v. in your bedroom. I can,t belive you let him have one,How irresponsible of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hodgepodge Posted September 25, 2010 Author Share Posted September 25, 2010 I am sending you a cyber harpoon oh fatwhale, thanks for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lyndix Posted September 25, 2010 Share Posted September 25, 2010 my 13 yr old goes on, just keep an eye on who is friends are. We only allowed them to accept friend requests from people they actually know. If you are worried about who they talk to I think you can alter the settings so they can only talk to people on their friends lists, not sure how you do it tho cos I`m poo with stuff like that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sibon Posted September 25, 2010 Share Posted September 25, 2010 My 13yr old has just got an XBOX this week, and tonight I find him with headphones on racing live with someone and also talking directly to them. Obviously I need to have a chat with him about not exchanging prsonal info with whoever he's racing with. We only have a TV in the living room as I don't allow them in bedrooms so he's not hidden away from us. Anyone else any experiences with this? You can't stop him from communicating and in many ways, talking through his x box is no different to what we are doing. I don't know you and vice versa, but we are exchanging ideas. I won't be popping round to murder you later:) There are so many ways to communicate now that it is foolish to try to control them. The best that you can do is to educate him about the possible dangers whilst encouraging him to enjoy the benefits. Do this as often as you see fit, reinforcement really does work. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hodgepodge Posted September 25, 2010 Author Share Posted September 25, 2010 Thanks, I've just been reading on line that I can somehow limit it to people he knows. Its reassuring to know you're not an axe man Sibson. We do have conversations about safety, its just unnerved me as I didn't know it could do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sibon Posted September 25, 2010 Share Posted September 25, 2010 Thanks, I've just been reading on line that I can somehow limit it to people he knows. Its reassuring to know you're not an axe man Sibson. We do have conversations about safety, its just unnerved me as I didn't know it could do it. That is what I was getting at really. In all probability, he will adapt to new technology far more quickly than you. You have the upper hand in terms of understanding the dangers. You can educate each other:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frohike Posted September 26, 2010 Share Posted September 26, 2010 The one thing your son is going to hear alot of is swearing! I play racing games online, and for me it just spoils it, all the swearing from other players. And to be honest, after a time I get fed up with it, I simply un-plug! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kittenta Posted September 26, 2010 Share Posted September 26, 2010 It isn't really anything to worry about. My son has xbox live, just keep an eye on his friends list and ensure that he knows not to give out any of his information. Problem with xbox live is all the swearing etc. You could always take the headset off of him and have a listen for yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonkeyLover Posted September 26, 2010 Share Posted September 26, 2010 It isn't really anything to worry about. My son has xbox live, just keep an eye on his friends list and ensure that he knows not to give out any of his information. Problem with xbox live is all the swearing etc. You could always take the headset off of him and have a listen for yourself. Well said! - I'd also like to add that these things can be very addictive, just make sure he doesn't exclude all other activities, exercise, sleeping, homework, socialising and outings with the family. I believe, in moderation, its ok, and as long as he doesn't give out any personal information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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