How do you get your teen son to do his schoolwork instead of being on sites like this all day?

Question

How do you get your teen son to do his schoolwork instead of being on sites like this all day?

Answer 1

well when my parents wanted me 2 do my homework they would say no rewards until you do your homework no tv,computer,junk,or nothing like that until you do your homework if your child is still disobbeying you then simply take away those things from him trust me on this one

Answer 2

i do that alot...i would say keep him off unless he HAS to have it, and then get a computer or laptop that has no gaming access, but has internet for research and a keyboard ( there are many of these for school purposes.)  as long as he is on the computer he will probably play games and do stuff like that...thats what im doing right now. :P

Answer 3

Your the boss, set the limits, but prior to leaving the house, or going to bed lock the computer.

Put a password lock on the Internet connection.

With windows it's simple, go to Internet explorer, click on Internet properties, next click on content, enable, and set a password.

To connect to the Internet you need to unlock it prior to signing on, or you can leave it in place, and you will have to unlock each site individually; that's a big hassle though.

Answer 4

He's the son.  You're the parent.  Go from there.

Answer 5

threats or rewards or maybe u should trust him and let him do what he wants make him think bout responsiblity

Answer 6

It has been said, but I will say it anyway, PULL THE PLUG!  You are his parent and he should do as you ask without having to resort to this, but if all else fails, do it.

Remember who the parent is.

Answer 7

My oldest son is only 11 and loves science, the computer, video games and all that.  We really limit when he is allowed to use them.  He first has to get our permission after his work is completed and we also have to know what site he will be on.  If he were to abuse this, they would (and have been) taken away for whatever amount of time WE chose.  We don't even keep the video system set up.....he's got to hook it all up to play and we give hime a time limit......Sounds like we are pretty "tight" about things, but we really want him to be well rounded and not miss out on all the other things he can enjoy also......good luck

Answer 8

Hes a teenager, you really cant change him. Tell him if he doesnt do his hamework, he will be stupid and wont make money when he grows up. And just pray. Praying is the answer.