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by kaz-inc 1429 days ago
Get them into programming. I spent hours a day on the computer playing games when I was 18, then I got into programming. Making games is more fun than playing them, I only worry I forget what fun means to my audience.

Instead of criticizing what your kid is doing on the computer, spend time engaging with them and participate in their hobbies with them. At 18, the kid will leave the house soon, and if you have things to talk about/do together over the internet, you might have a better relationship with your child.