I work with this girl who is 17 and she really likes me. is it ok to date her? If her parents consent could a relationship be possible or is she too young?
203959
I dated and married a 24 year old when I was 18. Go for it!
504099
17 is still considered a minor. She can "date" older men that is not illegal. Sexual contact would be illegal. However, you would be hard pressed to get a prosecutor to bring a case considering she is 17.
583682
if her parents are ok with it I guess its not that bad but you can still get arrested so maybe you should wait until she's 18. My friend had to register as a sex offender over something like this. Be careful and do the right thing.
296669
Age should not make a difference. I should know, I am dating a younger man. So as long as the age is legal I see no harm in it. But, honestly, what do you think you have in common with a 20 y/o?
581393
There is NO WAY ON EARTH that a 14 year old should be going out with an 18 year old.  It is not "against the law" to date, but anything sexual with him is a crime (for him, not for you).
189826
That's a funny one.   It has always been okay for an older guy to date a younger girl,  but when the girl dates the younger guy, she is laughed at and jokes made.\nI wouldn't let it bother you.  I would proudly say, "And he's a year younger than me, hope I can still get a young one when I'm 80".  \nAge shouldn't matter, to answer your question.  All that matters is that you are right for each other for however long it lasts.  If you get along, then to heck with what your friends say or how loud they laugh.  if they are really your friends, they'll accept it and have compassion and understanding and not mock you or put you down.  To joke when you gals are alone, well jokes, alone, that's okay.  But to gossip or hurt your feelings, their not friends and never really were.\nGo with your heart and forget what others will say.  The true challenge is finding out in the long run if those friends you thought were friends really were to begin with.\nControl your own life, don't let others control you.\nMany a marriage has lasted eternally with a large age difference and that also includes dating relationships.  My girlfriend is married to a guy that is nearly 15 years younger than her.  They are and have been for over 17 years, a perfect coupld.\nGo for it.................
618059
If her parents are the ones getting in the way he should just try to be friends with her, and proove to her parents that he is a steady responsible boy.\n\nIf her parents are fine with her dating, but the girl is un-sure... well he should do basically the same, but perhaps he could broach the subject of dating a little sooner.\n\nBasically he should be respectful of her, and try to get to know her first, proove that he's in it for the long run, and that he really cares for her.
490588
I dont see anything wrong with dating a younger man, as long as there are limits to the age difference(not 18 or younger)  \n\nIf his maturity level is good with you, he treats you good, makes you laugh, has a  job, and is an all and all decent guy I dont see anything wrong with it.    \n\nPLEASE BE AWARE THAT ALOT OF THE ONLINE DATERS DO LIE.  SO PLEASE BE VERY VERY CAREFUL OUT THERE IN CYBERSPACE!!!!!
322904
As long as she is of legal age I don't see an issue with asking AFTER she graduates.\n\nThough I've found that these types of relationships rarely work, because the female attraction is almost always either fake or based on a false perception of authority that quickly fades.\n\nIt's also often the case that once a girl experiences the freedom that comes along with college she's must less likely to tie herself to one guy. Much less an older guy who is tutoring at a high school while she is off making a life for herself.\n\nI have nothing against relationships with an age difference. I think though that this type of relationship is often unfair to the younger person.\n\nIs it really fair to be with someone who is going to have to watch you die while they should be enjoying their retirement? Is it really fair they are going to be working wihle you are retired? Whith age differences of 5 years or more these problems tend to pop up.\n\nIn this case though, what about when she goes away to college and you are working?\n\nThink about it this way... if you really care about her, do you really want to put her through that?\n\nMaybe the best thing to do would be to let her have a normal college experience, and find yourself someone your age. Odds are it wouldn't last anyway... and there are plenty of fish in the sea.
283285
AGE REALLY DOES NOT MATTER!  ALL THAT MATTERS IS IF YOU RESPECT HER AND SHE RESPECTS YOU, THAT YOU CARE ABOUT HER, AND THAT LOVE CARRIES ALL RELATIONSHIPS!  IF SHE FEELS THE SAME WAY, JUST MINGLE YOUR WAY IN!  IF IT WORKS OUT, THEN EVERYTHING WILL FALL RIGHT INTO PLACE!  GOOD LUCK!
4092
I think you are just doing great. Keep this relationship.\nIt's better to relate to someone through culture and language than through age.\n\nBTW, I'm 24, and I've dated girls 6 years old younger than me and girls 5 years old older than me. Perfectly OK.
640248
I'm 19 now.. and I remember being both 13 and 16 very, very well, and what boys were like then, and I honestly have to say that at your age, that age difference is too much.  A lot of people say that that's too young to experience real love.  I don't agree with that, but at that age, it's definitely more of a selfish love, and it's not really healthy for long term relationships.  You're looking for something to fulfill yourself, not something to benefit the other person, whether you realize it or not, and once you start a relationship with those kinda wants and habits, it's really hard to break them.  And if you really love her, asking her to disobey her parents is in no way showing her love.  You guys will probably not end up getting married, but her parents will be her parents forever, and it's important that they have a good relationship.  And besides, even if you do end up getting married one day, you'll have your whole lives together, and waiting a couple years till her parents are okay with it is not gonna matter in the long run.  I understand how much this hurts, but try to think with your head and not your heart and you'll see the right thing to do.
182470
There are no rules that say you can not be an item.  If you like each other then go with your feelings. Some relationships last and some will not.  It dosent matter if your the same age or not.  Take things slow and see.  Good Luck!
548284
It's not specifically against the religion, but it's not encouraged. The girl may have a personal choice not to date a "non-member," or her parents may have imposed one on her.\n\nOne thing you should know, Mormons generally discourage dating before the age of 16. Again, this is something her parents may have their own ideas about. If the girl is younger than 16, you might try suggesting a group activity with several friends, like bowling or mini-golf. Her parents would probably be more comfortable with that, and it's a nice low-pressure way to get to know each other.
641861
No....why can't he get a girl his own age? You can legally be tried as an adult at the age of 17....just to let you know! But for it to be against the law you have to be having sex with this chic...
243557
wait two more years. theres nothing wrong with your age diffirence. just dont do something illegal. im 29 and my girlfriend is 18. we love each other. whats important is love not age. age is just a useless number we count so that we can tell ourselves we become wiser. what a file of siht. what we are and who we has nothing to do with age, and everything to do with ourself and wagr we think of ourselves. \n\nthe long and short of it is: if you love her and she loves you go for it. just be careful not to end up in jail.
561974
It is fine to date him... have fun with him, be young at heart.\n\nYou may be more mature than him on some fronts ~ but remember this ~ you learn from every relationship.  Go for It.\n\nSounds kinda Interesting... I am 27 ..... hmmm...\n\n~Best Wishes ~