I can not understand why society looks down upon younger individuals who want to start their families. Yes, I do understand that a lot of individuals, who are 18, are not capable of this kind of commitment to this magnitude. But it is not fair for other 18 year olds who are mentally, emotionally, and are fully capable of starting a family at their age. Can anybody tell me why society does not approve of this? If only they remembered that a few generations ago, individuals were getting married and starting a family at 15, and they turned out fine.
2006-12-12 03:36:55 · 8 answers · asked by popoamanda06 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I feel that there are not many 18 year olds that are really ready to start a family. Who we are at 18 isn't who we are at 21, 24, or older. Also, what is the rush to get married and start a family? We are living to about 80 on average so I don't understand why people feel the need to immediately get married. Look at the divorce rate! Do you really feel that it would be that high if people took the time to really get to know someone before jumping into a committment. When I hear about people getting engaged after a month of knowing each other, it makes me sad. How much do you really know about someone in one month?
2006-12-12 03:41:28 · answer #1 · answered by Kristin D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think society looks down on young families. I think some people may look down on unmarried couples who start families with no intention of ever marrying. I also think that most people think it would be better for a young person to finish their education so they can get a good job. A few generations ago, people were only living into their 50's so they had to get married at a younger age.
2006-12-12 03:42:32 · answer #2 · answered by kat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A few generations ago you could survive on one income. You can't do that anymore. Mommy would stay home and take care of the kids and daddy would make enough to support everyone. With both working, there's less time for "family" and then things fall apart.
The majority of the young people are not ready to start families. Don't take it personally.
2006-12-12 03:41:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
From experience. I got married at 20 and realized 9 years later I should have waited till 30's. Early marriage works for some and not for others. I thought I was ready and mature enough but a lot comes with being a husband/father.
Everyone told us to wait awhile but we were in love. 11 years later (divorced for 2) I honestly can say "they" were right.
2006-12-12 03:57:57 · answer #4 · answered by www.treasuretrooper.com/186861 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience, society is very encouraging to families in their late teens. If, for some reason, you find society looks down on a young family, at least they should have their families behind them in full support!
2006-12-12 03:46:01 · answer #5 · answered by AnnieD 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no clue, and I think that it is unfair as well. I guess because the divorce rate is so high, and that teens arent as responsible as they once were. There are exceptions to all rules, and you sound like you are one of them. Stand up for the responsibilities you have, and prove all of those old fogies a lesson or two!! Congratulations!!
2006-12-12 03:40:44 · answer #6 · answered by thelaundryfairy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
young people are usually short so we have to down at them
no, seriously, older people know how hard is even when you have some money and experience.
wait till you are 35
2006-12-12 03:40:23 · answer #7 · answered by kurticus1024 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well thats fine.....but get ready to work ur assoff
2006-12-12 03:41:03 · answer #8 · answered by bigpopi@verizon.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋