So the ps5 does not come with a browsing app like previous Playstations have. However there are back doors to easily get on it. Took me all of 15 seconds of a YouTube video to get on the internet. My question is. What can I do to monitor this? Can I put truple on the PS5? I'm looking on Google with this question and can't find anything. And as we all know if someone is addicted to something they can and will find a way especially if it's so easy. I don't want to take it away entirely. I need a way to monitor it. Please help!!!
PS5 is a completely different operating system, so no existing Truple apps will work on it. I doubt the OS supports the abilities needed for accountability apps to function.
Be aware of what electronic devices there are laying around the home. Smart TVs, video game consoles, old ipod touches, etc all have access to the internet. From what I know, all you can really do with these is setup a filter (with or without monitoring) on the WIFI router. PS5 may have parental controls, but using those is normally a nightmare. If these ideas aren't good enough, then you have a few options:
1. Lock the devices up and only allow their use while you are home and able to monitor it
2. Sell the devices
3. Similar to the wifi router filter, a similar approach could be used to limit access to the internet from the device. You could limit all access to the devices (only allowing offline play), or limit it to specific windows of time (when the individual won't be tempted).
4. Buy a cheap security camera and point it at the TV. While it's not a great solution, its something. You'd have to randomly monitor it.
In the ideal world everything would just work the same when it comes to monitoring/accountability. Unfortunately that's not the case. Thankfully Truple at least makes it somewhat similar across the platforms they do support. Though I wish iOS support could be improved (I understand the limitations Apple imposes--I just wish Apple would get out of the way).
If the person you're trying to help is serious, they'll honestly consider steps #1-4 (and perhaps others) and won't fight you too hard on them. If they aren't serious about quitting, they might fight you on them. The harder they fight the more likely they don't actually want to quit. Or in other words, they care more about playing video games then they do quitting their addiction. It's actually a useful gauge to recognize where they're at. Also... keep in mind you can't force any of this. It's also not your responsibility to. They have to want to. No amount of you wanting them to change will get them to actually change. If you determine they don't actually want to change, then I'd shift focus more on helping them gain a deep understanding of why the addiction is bad (it hurts you, relationships, causes depression/anxiety, ED, loss of interest in other "healthy" hobbies/activities, etc).
Keep it up! It's a long road. Take it one step at a time. You're awesome for wanting to help.
Be aware of what electronic devices there are laying around the home. Smart TVs, video game consoles, old ipod touches, etc all have access to the internet. From what I know, all you can really do with these is setup a filter (with or without monitoring) on the WIFI router. PS5 may have parental controls, but using those is normally a nightmare. If these ideas aren't good enough, then you have a few options:
1. Lock the devices up and only allow their use while you are home and able to monitor it
2. Sell the devices
3. Similar to the wifi router filter, a similar approach could be used to limit access to the internet from the device. You could limit all access to the devices (only allowing offline play), or limit it to specific windows of time (when the individual won't be tempted).
4. Buy a cheap security camera and point it at the TV. While it's not a great solution, its something. You'd have to randomly monitor it.
In the ideal world everything would just work the same when it comes to monitoring/accountability. Unfortunately that's not the case. Thankfully Truple at least makes it somewhat similar across the platforms they do support. Though I wish iOS support could be improved (I understand the limitations Apple imposes--I just wish Apple would get out of the way).
If the person you're trying to help is serious, they'll honestly consider steps #1-4 (and perhaps others) and won't fight you too hard on them. If they aren't serious about quitting, they might fight you on them. The harder they fight the more likely they don't actually want to quit. Or in other words, they care more about playing video games then they do quitting their addiction. It's actually a useful gauge to recognize where they're at. Also... keep in mind you can't force any of this. It's also not your responsibility to. They have to want to. No amount of you wanting them to change will get them to actually change. If you determine they don't actually want to change, then I'd shift focus more on helping them gain a deep understanding of why the addiction is bad (it hurts you, relationships, causes depression/anxiety, ED, loss of interest in other "healthy" hobbies/activities, etc).
Keep it up! It's a long road. Take it one step at a time. You're awesome for wanting to help.
by strider 46d 10h 42m ago
I hadn't thought of locking it out via the wifi system. He's very upset at the fact I even mentioned locking it out of the wifi because one game that he hasn't played in months won't be able to be played online. COD2
by PurpleLily 46d 7h 31m ago
This is where it's sometimes best to take a step back and let him lead his own recovery. You don't want him getting upset with you when all you're doing is trying to help. Some things are best learned from experience. For example, maybe the PS5 isn't a problem. He can play and not be tempted while playing. However, if it is a problem, he'll play, relapse, and then be faced with the reality that the PS5 isn't safe. If he really wants to quit he won't hide the relapse, but recognize each relapse is a chance to learn how he can improve his "safety net" for the next time.
by strider 46d 5h 25m ago
Thank you for for the advice. It's extremely helpful!
by PurpleLily 46d 8h 13m ago