i have to wait until am 16
2006-06-27 05:18:58 · 29 answers · asked by Brown skin 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
i am 15-years-old
2006-06-27 05:28:59 · update #1
its just a matter of responsible and trust, and when your ready you know its not really a thought of when your ready but more of an emotional feeling cuz you dont want to rush into things too quickly cuz if you start too soon then you never know how many times your heart will be broken. i started dating when i was 12 and im 19 now and im going to be 20 in december and im getting married in the spring
2006-06-27 05:23:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
That's not too bad of an age. I was 17 when I started dating. Not because my parents made it a rule, just because when I was 17 I found a really great guy that I'm still with 4 years later. I think you should be able to date when you're mature enough to know what the point of dating really is.
2006-06-27 12:23:07 · answer #2 · answered by Jenn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I wasnt allowed to date until I was 16. But I believe that at 15 I would give my child the chance to prove to me that they are mature enough to handle a relationship plus all the other responsibilities of being a young adult. I know some 18 yr old's that shouldnt be allowed to date because they are too immature.
2006-06-27 12:22:52 · answer #3 · answered by April T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That can be a reasonable time to start dating but you DO have to do it for the right reasons. Too many of us date people we dont necessarily like or need in our lives because of pressure to conform (everyone else has a bf/gf or they like us so we should give them a chance). Thats not the case...you should only date a person you REALLY like and feel happy with.
Sometimes we think we need to be with a guy/gal because we feel unloved at home so any person will do for the extra acceptance we believe is missing. If that is the case, its even MORE of a reason to wait until your brain has had time to develop to adult mode...at least over 18.
Dating is essentially to find a partner...and who would want a partner who you have to be mindful and caring of before you even reach adulthood...or fully caring of yourself?
I know its nice to have a bf/gf if it occurs naturally, if you find a person and they just fit with you...but actively dating people you dont know very well, is really putting a lot of rubbishy pressure on yourself and it can be very confusing and uncomfortable. Only date when you are ready.
2006-06-27 12:57:47 · answer #4 · answered by Scully 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon the maturity of the child. If you have great parents that have taught you morals and a strong belief in the Lord than I would say that 16 is a good age. If you haven't been taught respect for yourself and your family than you could find yourself in a situation that you aren't capable of getting out safely.
2006-06-27 12:27:32 · answer #5 · answered by jeezmeneti66 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
7th grade I was allowed to group things, or go on dates if a parent tagged along. In retrospect I think that worked out well. As for when to go on a date without a parent I'm not sure, cause I didn't really get another date till 11th grade
2006-06-27 12:25:55 · answer #6 · answered by summerchc04 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I kind of feel like dating is a privilege. Like if you are getting A's in school and don't skip and aren't disrespectful to your parents or anything than I think 14 is a perfectly acceptable age. But if you've been sneaking around and giving your parents/guardian reasons not to trust you than you should have to wait until you prove to them you are trustworthy and mature enough to date.
2006-06-27 12:26:04 · answer #7 · answered by Rose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry that you have to wait until you are 16..... if you were my child, it would be 17 or 18 and NO younger
2006-06-27 12:21:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that is reasonable. A dating relationship is a big deal. You need to be mature and understand who you are and love yourself first. Secondly, you need to be firm in your beliefs. Be able to say "this is what I believe" not get drawn into believing what somebody else does if it is not your own. If you can grasp this and accomplish this I think you are well on your way to being able to begin healthy relationships. I see to many young people who look to a dating relationship to compensate for things that they are not getting at home or things that they are lacking in their core being. Understanding who you really are, what you really believe and what is really important to you are all key to starting a healthy relationship. I wish you well and safe travels on your life journey.
2006-06-27 12:27:09 · answer #9 · answered by aquavita@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
16 is great.....18 is better. i think you should have to wait until you can no longer get a man in trouble with the law for dating you.
2006-06-27 12:22:03 · answer #10 · answered by thom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on the person, some people are born older and are very mature and able to deal with all that comes with dating. then there are some people who never grow up and should be banned from contact with humans all together.
15 is my vote
2006-06-27 12:24:08 · answer #11 · answered by frsttmshy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋