How old do you think you should be to have sex?

Answer 1

You should not have sex until you are fully capable of handling ALL of the responsibilities that come with it. I don't just mean a baby you could get an STD and the emotional effects that having sex with someone can bring are tough. Please think long and hard before you take that step. I had sex at a very young age and I regret it to this day. Your virginity is something that you should be proud of and not want to just give it away to just anybody. Please wait until you are really ready. When you think your ready your still not ready. You will know when the time is right and trust me it is not at 16.

Answer 2

Over 20, your brain isn't really ready to handle the emotional connections that you make. I also feel you may spend too much time and start falling in love with someone, just because you decide to have sex with them. You should have sex when you know you are ready and when you find someone you love, that you want the best for, here is the catch, that person must also love you and want the best for you.

Love can be blind and you may not realize people can be manipulative. Make sure it is witth the right person. My brother was pressured to sleep with a girl who claimed she was on birthcontrol, she intentionally got pregnant, and they got married because of it now 2 years later they are getting a divorce, because she does not care for him or love him enough.

I would also have to agree with the earlier person, who said when you are old enough to support yourself and a child if one is concieved.

The myth is that everyone is having sex at an early age and it is just not true. This doesn't mean you can't kiss and make out. But don't have sex yet it your under 20, and to tell you the truth no one will really know if you had sex or not. And always use a condom if you are going to have sex.

You really have to feel that it is right for you and dont jump the gun, and start too early. Focus on making your life fullfilling with out having sex for quite a while. The funny thing is once you have it, there is nothing too special about it. It is great when it is with someone you love, and who loves you. When you get married you will understand.

If you wait for that right person, in your heart your will be really glad you waited. Good Luck

Answer 3

This is a deeply personal question. I would hope that you are old enough to fully understand the consequences of the sexual experience the good and the ugly. Such as STI's, emotional consequences and physical consequences. During my years of experience I have met young men and women who were 15 and completely able to understand the action and its affects. I have met 35 year olds who did not know crap and had horrible experiences. Whoever is making the decision really should find a family planner at a local clinic or hospital weigh all their options and HAVE A BIRTH CONTROL PLAN which includes STD prevention. I strongly suggests the used of the internal (female condom) b/c it provides great surface protection and reduces those std's that are skin skin contact such as herpes...remember not to use both male and female at the same time b/c it'll break and problems will occur. Ihope this helps somewhat.

Answer 4

7

Answer 5

Married

Answer 6

I don't think age has anything to do with deciding when to have sex. I think you have to be emotionally prepared before making a decision like having sex. It's something very important in your life and if you're not emotionally prepared, you can be scarred for life.

Answer 7

At least 16 but it would be best to wait until 18 or 20.

Answer 8

You should be old enough that you can handle the consequences if something were to happen--disease, pregnancy. You should be old enough that you understand your own body. It kills me the stupid questions on here by naive young girls who know NOTHING about their bodies yet they're having sex. You should be old enough that you understand the emotions and feelings involved when you have sex.

Answer 9

Technically puberty, 'cause that's when you might become interested. Before that, you're robbing yourself of your childhood. Legally it depends on your location. Ethically, when your old enough to understand respect and to take responsibility. Simply put, when you respect your partner and yourself, get married, and are either financially independant or have a stable job.

Answer 10

17-18 is a good age because you will know all about birth control and STD's by then. If u cannot afford to pay for an abortion or support a baby, I would wait until u get a job.