Does anyone think 22 is to young to get married?

Answer 1

It's not about age, it's about maturity.
My husband and I were both 19. We were on our own, had stable jobs (I was in the Navy and he was in the Marine Corps), were financially independent, and more mature than most our age. We didn't like going out and partying or drinking (we out grew that stage in high school) and we knew we loved each other. It worked for us but it is harder. Statistics are against us but we know we'll last.
By the way, my mom was 19 when she married my dad (26) and they've been together almost 30 years!

Answer 2

I didn't think it was too young when I got married at 22. (To a man I had known for 6 years) Great man!
But now at 28 and divorced/Separated almost 2 years (and still friends with EX husband) I think that it is young.

So much changes when one leave college and as careers start. I am a believer that people should go through at LEAST a year of dating before getting engaged. I also believe you should reach 25.

Sixty percent of marriages for couples between the ages of 20 and 25 end in divorce. — National Center for Health Statistics

Reading about the statistics regarding various situations that can effect marriage prior to making the decision to walk down the aisle is important.
If he wants to marry you now, and you him... it should be the same in say three years as you two grow.. if not than well better you are not married....
Link to a document regarding divorce rates in regards to all kinds of thing age, race, living together prior, previous sexual activity.
Good luck. This is your life you are deciding about and you got time.

Answer 3

I would say that it depends on if you are in true love with the man and want to get married.

Do you love him enough to be with him when he farts in bed? When he forgets your birthday? When you are delivering a baby and he isn't there?

I got married when I was 19 and my wife was 17. We thought we were old enough, but the marriage only lasted 8 years. Three kids. Ouch.

If you think that 22 years is too young to get married then it is.

Answer 4

Yes no body should get married before they are at least 25. a lot of people who marry young end up divorced. Don't be another statistic. Marriage is a life long commitment and should not be taken lightly. People change so really consider that this will be forever.

Answer 5

As someone who married young and after a long, long, long, 7 years got divorced, yes - 22 is too young. Getting married is like getting a tattoo; it's a lot cheaper to do it than to undo it, and what you like now will probably seem ridiculous in a few years.

Answer 6

22 is not too young if you are both mature and are sure that you are ready for marriage. It is not just a thing you "try", it's supposed to be for life. If you love each other but are having even a hint of doubt then wait if your love is strong waiting will not hurt only help. Whatever you decide I wish you a long happy live together.

Answer 7

I was 23 when i got married. My brother was 21 or 22...

Answer 8

No, not if your sure that you are happy and getting married is the best thing for you both!
I'm 25 and planning my wedding now and I still have people say things about my "young" age, so I wouldn't worry about it much as long as your heart knows your ready

Answer 9

As long as you have been dating the person for a couple of years, 22 is a great age.

Answer 10

it depends on the maturity level of those getting married. i know a 40 yr old who is too immature to get married. i was 19. i know it was young, but i wouldn't change it or go back. he was who i was always supposed to be with. things definitely would have been easier if we had finished school first. but it wasn't a right or wrong thing. just a few extra bumps in the road...but we got to go thru it all together.