should an 11 year old bi-polar boy be allowed to play with real darts?

Question

I would just like opinions about this question. And what age do you think children should be allowed to play with steel tip darts.

Answer 1

If there is an adult, preferable to be related to the boy, (parent, uncle, etc), there is a very low risk, that something goes wrong....



As much as the boy live a normal life as better it is for him, otherwise, he would feel like "specially treated", which is not comfortable...

Answer 2

Well, that depends on the child.... I have 7 nieces and 4 nephews. At the age of 11, there are some of them that I would allow to play with them and some that I wouldn't.



If the child is bi-polar, that shouldn't be an issue unless he is experiencing a mood swing or something. If the bi-polar has affected him to where he isn't functioning like other 11 year olds, then I probably would not let him play with the darts. If he just cannot emotionally handle playing with them (either mentally or physically), then withhold the darts. Follow your instincts!



Hope that helps some!

Answer 3

Sure.



I think you asked that question in a very slanted way. You obviously want a 'no' answer, I would guess to justify yourself against the person who just let an "11 year old bi-polar boy play with real darts." That's not unreasonable, let the person off the hook.



I say it's ok. Remember metal slides that burned your thighs on a summer day. We live in a very 'plastic' society where everything is expected to be safe, but that's just not how it is, or how it should be for that matter.



If you need further convincing, ask yourself what is the worst thing that could reasonably happen. Really.

Answer 4

I don't think any 11 year old child should be allowed to play with real darts because at that age things always seem to get out of hand either due to curiosity or boredom. There are electronic darts and regular darts all come with plastic tips. Better safe than sorry.

Answer 5

Well, there are some people who, no matter what their age, I wouldn't let them play with darts!



At 11, he should be okay, as long as he understands that he can't just throw them around. How severe is his bi-polar? I would imagine it is okay as long as he uses them only to play darts and aims only for the board. Supervised use would be a plus, too. However, if he has been known to be careless or hurtful to himself or others, then I would say not to let him have any.

Answer 6

In most places an 11-year-old has no choice; the law requires school attendance. You might want to consider other school options if you have the means. These could include home schooling, private school, or magnet schools if they are available. He should understand that education equals options in life. Few careers come without a few setbacks or turns in the road. The ability to harness other qualifications can keep a roof over his head and food on the table when music or art don't cut the mustard. The bottom line is that you don't really have to convince him it's worthwhile. The state has already made that decision for him. You can help make that reality more palatable by showing him the options a good education will make available to him.

Answer 7

Now, really, is the answer to this question not obvious? no he should not what happen if the game starts to frustrate him and he tries to hurt him self or others. as for other children when you think they are responsible enough not to break some thing or stick it in there eye that's the age. whatever age that may be. steel tip darts are NOT for children try magnets.

Answer 8

No way! Metal darts are dangerous - I would say fourteen, fifteen and up? But if he's bi-polar then if he suddenly got very depressed then he could use one of the darts as a dangerous weapon. You can get magnetic darts or plunger, sucker type darts that automatically stick to the darts board.

Answer 9

I wouldn't. But I think that the child's parents know better than anyone. It's up to them - only they, and their psychiatrist, know the extent of his illness, and how responsible he can be expected to be in that situation - like any other 11 year old kid (me? I'd never give an boy that age metal darts, unless I had a lot of bandaids and wall plaster). Nobody here on Yahoo Answers can say.

Answer 10

I started typing my response to this with an automatic NO, because of his age.... but I just changed my mind.



At 11 I was hunting with my dad, guns are much more deadly that darts, so I'm feeling the need to answer with a "it depends."



If he has been taught respect for other people then there shouldn't be a problem, under supervision.

Answer 11

I don't trust some of my friend with darts.( 20+) Depends on how responsible they are. Darts are for fun but they are and can be used as a weapon as well....Keep pets clear !!!



If you have the medical insurance to pay for his erratic behavior then let him throw away. but if not let it be a couple more years,



What age 15-16 maybe older for this certain condition and temperament.

Answer 12

for the bi-polar boy no, he may go crazy and throw them at you. if a child knows not to throw real darts at anyone and can actually hit the board then they can be aloud to play with steel tip darts. you should buy a magnetic dart set. i have one and works just the same as a real darts set. it's probably cheaper too!

Answer 13

no he might be 11 but he might act like an 8 yr old so safe then sorry dont give him the darts

Answer 14

I think that that would be fine, but if you feel uncomfortable about giving real darts to him, you could buy magnetic darts. They're sold at Sharper Image.

Answer 15

First,

Children probably shouldn't play with darts.

Second,

Bi-polarism can be controlled by medication and treatment, millions of people have it and we do not take away their license or not allow them to go to school.

A bi-polar child should allow the luxury of any other child unless they are extremely ill and a danger to them selves and others but they shouldn't be treated different.

Answer 16

...being "bi polar" is not a big deal..............AT ALL!...

...So.......it depends on the boy, ....11 years old is old enough to play a game of darts, sure, ...with his dad or older brother so they can teach him the proper safety of the darts. ...Darts is a great game.....just have to teach the kid they are not toys....and i think an 11 year old is capable of knowing this.

Answer 17

i thought that steel tipped darts weren't sold for children anymore.



So, i wouldn't let him play with them unless there was an adult , carefully supervising.





What age? when his meds give him good control over his emotional swings.

Answer 18

Um, I not sure, but if you don't think your child(ren) is mature enough or playful and careless, i suggest you don't let them play with steel tip darts, I'd also suggest the magnet ones. =)

Answer 19

well he is bipolar so never because u don't know when he could change moods and possibly stab/ throw a dart into/at someone. So never...

Answer 20

Well... as long as he's fully supervised I dont see problem... and also I think children should be I guess, some-what trained too

Answer 21

my kid was born with a steel tip dart in his hand...in your case give your kid the darts...what's the worst that can happen...if someone actually hits themself witha dart...they probably deserve it because you have to be retarded to do something so ridiculous.....so give your kid the darts...if he hurts himself maybe he'll try and not be so god damn stupid...

Answer 22

holy ****.......about 15 years old





man why does he play with steel darts??????????

Answer 23

there are such thinhs as magnetic darts you know.

Answer 24

If he's well supervised, and on medication for his condition.

Answer 25

lets just say that is like:



Giving a baby a loaded gun taped to his forhead with his hand tapped to the trigger. . .. DUH!!

Answer 26

umm no

Answer 27

no and children should not!

Answer 28

no never

Answer 29

no

Answer 30

umm.. never

Answer 31

NO