what is the age teens should be able to date?

Question

my friend is not aloud to date tile shes 16 is that fair or unfair?

Answer 1

25 in my house hold..........lmao
Seriously 20 is that Good........lol

Answer 2

I think it depends less on age then on maturity. I said I wouldn't date until 16 or so; I ended up starting at 14 (with a girl). I still believe that she was confused and I was just a 'phase', but I've gained many valuable lessons. We dated for almost a year, mostly because of my commitment and the fact that we realized that, yes, it's great to be together, but sometimes we need some time apart! Later on, after her, I dated another girl, someone much older (18.. unfortunately 3 years older than I am, but a real sweetie, if perhaps immature.) She taught me how to kiss properly (my 1st and I always got kind of sloppy), and showed me what an open-to-society relationship was like. We actually went on a date, and I never was happier. We eventually broke up, and a few months later, I was asked out by a guy. This is where I found out I was a lesbian, for sure; I couldn't stand it. Oh, he was fine, and I was attracted to him, until I realized he. Had. A. Dick. That didn't go too well. I broke up with him very quickly. Now, I'm with my current girlfriend, who I only get to see once a week due to our busy schedules, but I love dearly. I am now 16, and I know the difference between a teenaged dating situation, and a 'everlasting relationship' that some retards seem to believe in, when they and their sweetheart are only 15.

Ah, where was I going? Oh yes, maturity.

So, yeah. I think as long as the person is able to realize the difficulties, then it's alright. I mean, they have to learn eventually. Don't worry; 16 is not too far away. I kind of wish I waited at least that long... So, it's probably fair, or rather simply one of 'those rules' that it doesn't really matter.

Answer 3

16

Answer 4

I wasn't aloud to date until i was 16 and even then i didn't start dating until later. I believe that it solely depends on the individual. Maturity is key for both that are dating. I know that i was mature enough to start dating but the guys at my school defiantly were not. My philosophy is that if the guy doesn't meet up to all of your standards then he's a waste of time. why lower my values just because my parents say i can date and open myself up to consequences that would not have appeared if i hadn't lowered my standards. Remember, your friends parents know her better than you do. You may think that they're over protective, but they are shielding her from major heart ache at a very young age, I'd commend that parents.

Answer 5

15

Answer 6

hi, well c as far as the whole concept of dating is concerned one must realize that it is more of a status and in vogue stuff rather being into some kind of serious committed relationship. atrraction towards the opposite sex starts as early as 15+or something so it becomes normal to long to be with the opposite sex. but then slowly by the time u cross ur teens one becomes mature and understands the meaning of relationships. So dating from 17 -20 is pretty reasonable.

Answer 7

I think 16 is a pretty fair age for them to start going out alone with a date.

Answer 8

21

Answer 9

It depends on their parents. It doesn't matter if it's fair or not, her parents are responsible for her. I don't believe teens should date until they at least 16 and have some form of employment. They need to know the consequences of their actions and be willing to be responsible for them. Not too many younger teens are. I couldn't date until I was 16 and my daughter couldn't date until she was 16 either.

Answer 10

i think that is very fair,i am a mother of 2 daughters,and they are now 34 and 36,they started dating at age 16 and 17,but they were very mature in there minds,dont rush into dating,keep your child hood,safe and injoy being young,i think wen the time is right,your mom or dad,will see you as mature enough.

Answer 11

I guess it depends, going to school functions like a dance I think could start as early as 12. But actually going out on dates like to the movies or out to dinner shouldn't happen till 16.