is it wrong for a 40year old woman to date a 25 year old man?
115407
If the 25 yr. old man is very mature and you have more than sex in common. I see nothing wrong with it. Some younger men are looking for a mother figure or someone to support them. If that's the case and you don't mind paying for everything then go for it.
538136
I dont necessarily think its wrong as long as its with another adult and you arent doing it with children online.  I would suggest going out on a date rather than online stimulation.
1071956
Age is not important in a relationship as long as the people are adults.  I have alwys preferred older men.  The man I have been with for the past four years is more than 30 years older than me.  Of course you get the odd stares sometimes but when you love someone it doesn't bother you.  I say wait it out and see what happens, follow your heart.
552365
Well, I'm 35 and my boyfriend is 23....so go for it! You're both adults. If you both consent, to hell with what anyone else thinks. I met my boyfriend two years ago and my mother just hates it!! But, she has to endure because we're about to have a child together (any day now). I'm not ashamed to admit that I initially pursued him because he was hot! I don't regret any of it either. \n\nA word of advice though: the age difference will crop up, no matter how hard you try to ignore it. I'm not just talking about what other people will say. It will crop up between the two of you. There are just some things you can't change and the big one is that you have way more life experience than he does, no matter how mature he may be. How each of you handles these moments will determine whether or not a relationship will work....along with all the other relating factors. Age difference doesn't have to be an obstacle if handled with care. I've had to remind myself on many occasions that I used to be his age and I used to think or act as he does. I can't change him...he's going to things his way...after all that's how we all learn.\nThe very fact that he reminds me of myself at that age is one of the reasons I love being around him. It makes me feel understood and not so alone in the world. I never had that with any other man.
1016921
I've got a 31-year-old friend dating a 56-year-old guy...and neither of them have been married. All that's important is that the two of you are happy. Don't worry about what other people think.
333381
Its not at all about the age. Its all about compatiability. You guys should be on the same wavelength and you should have trust. being able to communicate properly is also one of the major criteria.\nAge difference does not matter.
295629
If they Love eachother then nothing should come in between that.Age is just a number.
200088
It depends in part on how old you are...if one or both of you are, say, under fifteen or so, that's a big difference in terms of maturity, etc.  \n\nWith that said, I'm a bit older than my bf (two years in school grades, one year and a couple months in age) and although I got a bit of teasing about "robbing the cradle" at first (and I'm willing to bet he got jokes about dating an "older woman") we've been together for quite a while now, with no age-related problems :)  So no, there's nothing wrong with that.  Good luck!
778200
Most men mature at a slower rate than women.  An old Italian system for the proper age of a couple is : the woman should be half the age of the man, plus seven years.  ie.) a 40 y.o. Man should date a 27 y.o. woman.  A 13 year difference in that case.  I say go for it.  The two of you have a good chance of being compatible.
198712
OH MY GOD!  You are so robbing the cradle!  You bad woman!  No, just kidding, I don't think there is anything wrong with the age difference it is just a few months.
851295
Yes. There is too much age difference. I wouldn't do it
1063647
there isn't anything wrong with you dating a woman old enough to be your mother. the problem only comes if you or she are doing it with an underlying motive. be careful.
719675
age should never be a problem in a relationship. if you really love the person, then their age shouldnt matter to you or anyone else. my friend's parents have a 20 year age difference and they're perfectly happy. just be happy and dont care about what other people say
1144926
There is not a thing wrong with a 14 and 16 year olds to date each other. As long as you understand what dating is. \nMany think dating is a relationship but that is not the truth. Dating is spending time together sharing in activities and having fun. It is to enjoy each others company while getting to know each other. \nAlso many may disagree with me and call me old fashion but, I urge you to take things slow and really get to know each other and try not to pressure each other into a relationship. There is no rush and enjoy your teen years for once they are gone there is no going back.
771588
guys like older girls so there is nothing wrong with it.....most girls become sexually active around this boyfriends age.  He is not going to say anything to anyone....he loves the fact that an older girl is attracted to him.  She's not "robbing the cradle" so to speak, he's old enough to make a decision about who he wishes to date.\n\nI say leave them be....if they are a good couple and are happy who cares!
900586
Personally I believe when you really love someone, I don't think age is a problem. It is more of whether both of you can communicate with each other and both have you must be able to accept each other.
619792
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?