I have mentioned to my Ex before about films and computer games that I think are suitable for my DS (up to 12s). He is still letting DS (11 and a half) watch 15 and 18 films/playing games during contact visits. I think Ex is deliberately doing it as he knows I cannot control what happens when he is with him. I believe the ratings are there to protect against exposure to adult themes/horror/discrimination.... too early.
DS is a sensitive soul and has been upset by some content in the past and has come back with some 'choice' language learned. I let Ex know of this. DS is just starting the process of becoming streetwise - which I am supporting him with. But I calculate we still have about 2 years to get some good foundations in for his teenage years.
My Ex seems to want him to grow up prematurely; and doesn't see PEGI ratings/BBFC (film board) ratings of any indication of suitability. He often lets him play them alone and this reduces any discussion on content/themes. He let his cousins buy him two games for Christmas (both of them 18s).
I am definitely not a prude. But I am concerned about overtly sexual content, glamourisation of violence, despairing views of the world, scenes of drug taking/crime etc. And don't think DS is ready for discussions on these topics just yet.
How concerned would you as a parent be? Any ideas of how to tackle this next?
Please or to access all these features
Please
or
to access all these features
AIBU?
PEGI/BBFC Ratings -To Tackle My Ex. Again or Not?
2 replies
GirlInASwirl · 30/01/2015 12:19
OP posts:
Please create an account
To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account.