Melody, I didn't catch the show, but thank you for your post.

So sorry about your son. That's just crazy. Good for you for sending him the link to the Dr. Phil show.

On one hand you give thanks he's not addicted to cocaine or heroine, but have to question if his quality of life is any better with this game addiction.

Makes you wonder: if his apartment caught fire while he was playing, would he be able to break away in time?

Mel, have you ever watched the TV series, "Intervention"? I'm not a regular viewer, but I did see them intervene with a video addict. His whole family was there begging him to give up his games. I think he had a fiancee too.

The ultimatum was, in order for his family to continue their love and support, he would have to go into a treatment facility for addicts. He wasn't too sold on that idea, but I think he finally agreed to do it.

Thanks for spreading the word so people can become more aware of this dangerous virtual lifestyle.