Does age gap really matters in a relationship?

Question

What do you guys think?

Answer 1

Everything matters in a relationship. And age is definitely something that should be considered. But there is no definite rule that says that a difference in age will make or break a relationship. The main factors in a relationship are having God in your life, compatibility, and being two good givers. Having these three things will strengthen any relationship. Age is definitely a factor when it comes to whether two people are compatible or not. Age could make one person much more energetic while the other person not so much. Age could cause there to be a difference when it comes to sexual desire. Age may lead to different maturity levels. But at the same time even if there is a large difference in age, love is an amazing thing. When there is love, true love, age does not matter one bit. So is it a factor? Yes. Does it have the last word? No.

Answer 2

I think this really depends on the people involved and their circumstances. In general I would say that as long as both parties involved are adults (of legal age) then no, an age gap is just a number and shouldn't really matter. However, there are many other things that can affect the relationship that can be a problem because of the age gap. For example someone who is 19 who is dating someone who is in their 30's may find that some of the things the older person is able to do (go to night clubs for example) is something that the younger of the two cannot do (over here in the UK the legal age to get in to most places on the weekends is 21). This is just a small example but things like this can make a difference to most. Then there is also the opinions of friends and family from both sides as well if we use the same age gap example above. Many may look down on a relationship such as this from both perspectives (why are you seeing someone so much older vs why are you seeing someone so much younger). Not something that really should matter but it is sometimes there and then there is also the mentality of the two people and what they want long term. Someone who is older may be looking for something serious where they may want to settle down and be thinking about starting up a family but someone who is a lot younger may not be ready for something so permanent especially being so young and wanting to maintain their 'freedom' without worrying about being tied down with a family. All these things (and I'm sure there's others too) could end up playing a significant part but as I said this all really comes down to the people involved and their circumstances. Many people who are in a relationship where there is a significant age gap do not have any of these problems at all so it really all just comes down to the individuals involved.

Answer 3

It depends. Dating is fine between anyone of any age, within reason of course. Age usually only needs to be considered when it comes to sex. Anyway, even in relationships alone, age may still need to be considered. Take for example an age gap of, say, 5 years, between a 13 year old and a 15 year old. This is really big, as the 13 year old is just starting his/her teen years while the 18 year old will be an adult. If the difference was 25 and 30, then it would be fine as both of them are around the same point in life. The older you get, the less age differences matter. Even a 15 year age gap between a 30 and 45 year old doesn't seem all that big when you think about it, but if you were talking 15 and 30 years old, that would be a no-no.

Answer 4

It can put a damper on things if two people are at different stages in their lives. For instance, if one member of the relationship is young and wants to go out and have fun while the other one is more matured, things may not go so well. It can also cause issues if it's illegal. In my opinion, it depends on the couple, but as long as they're either both over 18 or there's no more than a three year gap if one is under the age of 18 then it's ok. But with 15-18 year olds in relationships that's a little more edgy, because it's likely the 15 year old is being manipulated.

Answer 5

I once dated a man twice my age. I was 18, and he was 36. I lost my virginity to him and fell for him. He didn't fall for me back, and claimed it was the age gap. But honestly, if you really want someone, numbers don't matter. I believe age gaps can work. What matters is how you feel about the person.

The only issue I can really remember having with this guy was not understanding his old people movie references. He'd be like "that kind of reminds me of so and so from (insert old people 60s film here)." I'd be like, what?

Or it would be the other way around where I would make a SpongeBob reference, such as "no this is Patrick" or "mayonnaise is not an instrument." There'd be a disconnect.

Other than that, the only potential concern would be if you were financially dependent on this older person. That sometimes makes for an abusive relationship/dynamic where one person holds power over you.

Answer 6

Whether people admit it or not, it does matter. You will always have it on you mind, subconsciously, if the age gap is considered by society as being too big. I personally would only date a girl that is my age or younger, and I'm 18 right now, so it's kind of 18 or nobody for me. Once I reach 23, I'd date an 18 year old or older, but after that I think my age gap would stay at around 5 years.

Answer 7

My rule of thumb is to ask: Is the age gap big enough that it creates (or amplifies) a "power differential"? THAT is the key phrase.



An example of no power differential:

When I (a guy) was 22, I dated a 34-year-old (also guy).

But it wasn't a problem: technically, I was a college student-- but I was just finishing up one or two final courses, and basically stepping into a nice technical career. And he was journalist in a specialized and quite boring field,...

But he "lived like a 22-year-old" if that means anything (So: question that never arose: "Dahling, usual plates tonight, or the good china?") and about the only parts of life that he was vastly more experienced with was Microsoft Excel and a receded hairline. (...both of which I thought were cute, actually.) He had his own apartment, whereas I had to have roommates for a few more months,... and he had a car, whereas I was a little short of being able to afford one, and I just lived near campus-- But otherwise, no big deal. Aside from car and apartment of his own, we were just two dorks, so we were very much equals as far as I was concerned.



BUT... Conversely:



If I were still (at the same age, or at 20!) just an aimless college student, flipping majors, having no idea what I would do in life, staggering my way through a full course load with no end in sight, jobless, or maybe waiting tables... then it would have been harder to work as equals.

And if there were *other* power imbalances-- like if he were sopping with money, posh house, world traveler, and/or if I were has eleventh boyfriend instead of... fourth?-- then that would be a different situation, with very pronounced "power differential"-- And a 12-year age difference would have locked that imbalance into place.



I'm not saying that that's *inherently* unhealthy in a relationship, but it does sort of make the relationship less flexible: in some ways, the younger person is pretty much just tagging along-- which is okay, if that suits both parties, or if both parties are adult enough to acknowledge that, and communicate about it.

Answer 8

Age gaps certainly matter when it comes to how the couple communicates, how they have fun, and how they live. The bigger the gap the more problems the couple encounters, and I'm not just talking about people under 18. Think about someone who us 24 dating someone who's 48. The 48 year old has had a lot more experiences, maybe they aren't amused by the same thing the 24 year old is amused by so figuring out where to go for date night is difficult if the 24 year old wants to go to a hip club and the 48 year old wants to go to a quiet restaurant. Or say it's an 18 year old and a 27 year old; if the teen has school it may be difficult for them to go out as much as someone who was 27, or vice versa if the 27 year old works all the time. So it's about finding a balance between the two ages. Communication is key in any relationship, but the bigger the gap the harder it gets, that's why you have to be committed!

Answer 9

A persons' age has nothing to do with the emotions of an individual. After all it is not the age that rises not falls in love, but the heart... The emotions of the hearts RISE IN LOVE!



When it touches on age gap, if it is too extreme like an 80yr to a 17/20 yrs or 17/20 20 to 50 yr old which ones sounds realy weird or more realistically decent if a comparison were to be made?



Bottom line is for me as long as the age gap is not extreme, I think it would still be considered normal, because many of these older men want children or more kids therefore some may have valid reasons why they may feel a need for a younger person..Some men also go through (andropause) which is a change of life phase like women and have this urge for intimacy (apparently to feel young again) and this is demonstrated in different ways!



Think about this! Maybe because of this very reason many older women are now opting to seek the younger guys, because the guys their age who they may like are looking elsewhere! Might sound ridiculous but true for many!

Answer 10

As long as you're of age, I don't see the problem. If you truly love someone, what does age matter? Love knows no boundaries. Many people only worry about an age gap because of what others will think. As long as the two love each other, and have the same maturity level (remember, age usually does play a part in this) then it's fine. My boyfriend is 25 almost 26 and I'm 20 almost 21. It's all about love and maturity levels when it comes to an age gap honestly.

Answer 11

No, people associate age directly with maturity, which doesn't always work out. For example, a 19 year old with a 27 year old; some could say that the 19 year old bounces from person to person, screws a lot, etc. when it's not like that in some cases. Some people mature earlier than others and sometimes a relationship between people with a considerable age gap can work out.

Answer 12

Yes age gaps really matter. If you're a follower of Christ He will show you the right one and vice versa, do you really believe God would have a 24 w/ a 40 year old, that would look like father/daughter and I wouldn't never allow my daughter if I had one to date someone of that age as I'd put her in some counseling so you realize many find large age gaps totally inappropriate. I knew when I was young a lot of gals who wanted an older established man in other words money. Where does that leave you? You need a college education to support yourself. You need couples counseling and you both need to discuss your roles in the relationship. My 1st husband was 10 years older than I and it didn't work and our son got caught in the middle so now I have no relationship w/ my son.



My husband now, he's 8 years older than I, both heavily into our careers when we married. Later it was time for me to be home for him because my husband is high level executive. I'm his younger arm candy but I'm his wife that he puts first as we married in a Christian marriage, Jesus is who we turn to for everything and although my husband is the best provider I can always fall back on my teaching career if need be. Divorce not an option for us and we are both the same type, no drinking in this home and we have always been exactly who we are except with each passing day my husband makes me a better person just being his wife.

Answer 13

As long as everyone is an adult and everyone knows what they are doing and getting involved with, age gap shouldn't matter.



Clearly, if you are involved with someone 20+ years older than you, there's a good chance you will be nursing a very old person in your latter years and eventually you will not have someone to grow old with. That is not something to look forward to.



Also, there's a good chance that they don't want a family (they may already have one or two).



And, there's a good chance that eventually they won't be able to physically keep up with you (sexually and/or just climbing stairs).



Lastly, there can be a taboo with large age gap relationships that will have to deal with.



But besides all that, if you love each other enough, that should be enough.

Answer 14

There are so many answers that this may have been said, but I think a good formula for working out if the age gap is acceptable is to half the oldest persons age and add 7 to it... For example, the youngest a 46 year old should be with is a is a 30 year old (46/2= 23; 23+7=30) where as a 20 year old shouldn't be with anybody younger than 17.

Answer 15

I think it all depends on the people in question. I believe that it would be nicer to be closer in age as you are more likely to understand each other, relate to each other and find more things in common. Whereas larger differences may result in not being able to see each other for periods of time, feeling inscure that the other person feels more mature than yourself. It could make you feel unworthy. However I truly believe that if both sides are willing to attempt to over come such obstacles to be together I see no reason for a small thing such as "age" get in the way. After all when I was in year six (England so around 10 years old) I would have never even considered going out with someone in year nine (about 13-14 years old) but they are many couples with a 3-4 (or even more) years age gap. I think the main problem with this is society creating rules saying that you can have an age gap of 4 years but something like 7 years or even 5 years is not acceptable. But its fine if there is an age gap of 13 years between me and my youngest sibling? Society? Stupid!

Answer 16

I think the two people involved matter more than the age gap. For example, an 18 and a 15 year old.

One 18 could be extremely childish and another could be wise beyond their years.

Same for the 15 year old.



My parents have an age gap of 10 years. My dad didn't marry till his late 30s. People assume there's a 3 year age gap between them.



It really can't be taken as an estimation.

there are 2 individuals in every relationship.

Answer 17

I saw something like this somewhere: you have to use the percent rule!

So for an example, you have a 27 year old and a 32 year old--a five year age difference. That's 18% of the 27 year old's life. So that's not bad at all.

However, let's say you have a 17 year old and a 25 year old-this is a 8 year age difference. That's 47% of their life.

The thing is that one is still growing, one is still not legal and the other is basically in a position of power. Even if consent is there, the maturity level isn't there.

Parks and Rec mentioned the rule is half your age plus seven. You can go by that to, not sure how well it works.

Age Gap matters if the person is a minor and way younger. It's just an issue of taking advantage. It's gross.

Answer 18

Not at all. If it's love, it's love. If the pair is comfortable both ways, than why not? But that also doesn't mean 16+ with a 10 or less.... I feel that age can be experimented 15-17 depending on level of maturity is, but that doesn't mean 50-year-old pedophile. Let the younger be the one to decide, be sure trust is there. And just a sugestion, don't get sexual with the law. The law will murder that relationship. Make sure to keep it on the low if you do and only tell people who won't help the law bury that relationship. On the other hand. I like the idea of a younger woman due to maturity. The two of you HAVE to make mature choices and can't be irrational about ANYTHING. It is almost like a life or death situation if you think about it. I experienced the troubles of the law getting the foot-long nose in people's business. Make sure things are happy, and make sure you can reason. I'm 16 on the 25th and am in love with a 21 year old. (*coughs and clears throat* Harry Styles)

Answer 19

No, an age gap doesn't matter in a relationship. Yet, it also depends. For example: A 17 year old girl is dating a 20 year old. See there is honestly nothing wrong with that, but if we were to say that, that girl has sex with her 20 year old boyfriend. That seriously matters, because that is illegal. If they just want a relationship, that is perfectly fine, but they can not have sex. At least, Until that 17 year old girl turns 18 and legal. Do you see where I'm going here?

Answer 20

Not at all.

What matters is how two people feel about each other - and if they get along.

The idea that an age gap matters is nothing more than the opinions of people on the outside observing who have never been in a relationship with someone significantly older or younger.

Answer 21

It is not the age gap, but rather the maturity gap I believe truly matters. Unless of course, the age gap is so big that the relationship is not socially accepted by family and friends and you both are very hurt emotionally in which case could tear the relationship apart. But that is the worst case scenario, just saying.



You could date someone the same age and feel like they are 20 years younger. Or you could date someone 20 years younger and find the love of your life. It all depends on the person. So, I guess you could say, age gap doesn't matter in A relationship, but it may matter in SOME relationships.

Answer 22

Well it doesn't matter because if you both love or like each other the same way then things should work out. However, I personally think(especially in HS) that the age gap matters only because most of us are moving on to college. It's hard to keep a relationship while you are away. I think the older we get the gap gets larger because we are independent and we could care less about age. I think the younger you are, the gap should be shorter. As we get older the gap doesn't matter anymore

Answer 23

It depends on how much of an age gap you are talking about. Obviously, both of you can't be the exact same age so there is always a gap. How big of a gap is going to matter more when you are younger. 15 and 19 is going to be viewed very differently than say 29 and 25.../@/..

Answer 24

I don't think so that age matter in a relationship. A relationship start from heart and main thing is when anyone come into a relationship they just they are attracting to each others or not. if am a 30 years old lady and attractive towards a younger boy and in the last they both are really interest in relationship. they can come. so I don't think age gap matter..

Answer 25

The younger the person is the less gap there should be in age. Like an 18 year old shouldn't date a 28 year old, but the 28 year old could date a 38 year old and that would be okay.



Also it depends on both peoples maturity levels. If a very mature 20 year old dates a immature 30 year old, that could work (think April and Andy from Parks and Rec lol).



But ya know, after all, age is just a number.

Answer 26

People who don't approve of a significant age gap in a couple can't agree on what's too much. A lot of people say 10 years because that's an even number and an easy one to say, but you can't have such a solid number, there must be some leniency, it's at the part of leniency that people get very confused. for example "i'd say 10" "well, what if it was just over 10, like 11 or 12" "yeah i guess that's alright" "what about 13 then? it's so close to 12, so why not"... you get where this is going. leniency is hard to define. I would say the acceptable age difference differs with each individual.



People throw around the term "they're young enough to be their child" but what does that really mean? I'd say the rule should be 'if you lost your virginity before your partner was born, they are young enough to be your child', which, let's be honest, is just common sense, and if you had were having sex before your partner was born, that's pretty disgusting. I mean, it's disgusting to think that they were still a small child when you lost your virginity, but it's infinitely worse if they weren't even born yet. I feel like its: they were a child when you lost your virginity? that's a little creepy, maybe even disgusting. Oh, they weren't even born yet? No, please don't.

Answer 27

Depends on how big the "gap" is. I'd day about 5 years should be the cut off. But I guess everyone has their own opinion. I have a friend who is dating a guy who is 10 years older than her, and I just think that is weird as f*ck. Just to think she was 10 years old when the dude was 20. 5 years is stretching it a bit too, but I think you can get away with it. Of course, it also matters which one is older. Call me sex-ist, but I honestly don't like the idea of dating a girl who is older than me. It just doesn't feel right. So I would probably never date a 25 year old girl (I'm 20). Just an opinion, though. I'm sure not everyone will agree with me

Answer 28

I feel like this is an iffy question. I totally believe in age is nothing, but a number...,but I wouldn't say it's okay for a 12 year old to date a 16 year old. Why? The 16 year old obviously know A LOT more and chances are that they have already experienced more. The 12 year old on the other hand maybe hasn't. Their thoughts on dating could be holding hands, and the 16 year old's could be going out on a lunch date, watching a movie, and cuddling. If the couple were older than 17 I think it's fine...if it's not to crazy. Imagine at 30 year old with a 17 year old? Their old enough to be their parent .... I say this now, but until I personally see this for myself...I wouldn't really know what to think.

Answer 29

There is love and lust, and usually with any age gap, the two partners are viewing these two things very differently. I believe that although the differences can be overcome, happiness may never look the same from each others view points with a certain age difference. So the question lies with how much the other is willing to alter themselves, which is really all relationships ever are. But I don't think the chance of lasting security is probable due to people in general never changing, but always seeking change.

Answer 30

It depends.

A gap of 5 years is perfect. Understandings would also be okay. But according to me a gap of 2-3 years is the BEST. As both of them will be of close age and will understand one's feelings and be friendly all the time. Sometimes childish maybe.😉

This has disadvantages too. Fights will take longer time to be solved between the two of similar age. Both waiting for the other to say sorry.



All in all relationships are made of bitter and sweet time. We should be passionate. If we are wrong we mustn't hesitate to apologise to the other. This will help us creat a beautiful relationship and long lasting as well.

Answer 31

Matter of age gaps in relationship depends on some factors. First you have to think how much is the age gap. Second are we both ready to accept this age gap. Third Is the understanding between us is excellent. If Excellent Understanding is there in any relationship age gap doesn't matter.

Answer 32

As long as they are both 18 years of age or older, it does not matter how big the age gap is. Even if the age gap is seventy years, fine. Just so long as they love each other. What matters in a relationship is love, not age gaps.

Answer 33

It does not matter in the physical or emotional sense of things. Sex with an older person is a well-known fetish that is quite erotic, however sex does not make a relationship stable, it helps, but it is not the end all to be all. Emotionally a mother or father figure can be what the person is seeking, however in reality, the relationship has many barriers that need to be overcome such as family and friends, children and medical issues that can arise.If you are truly not prepared for the possibility that you may never have children and your mate may grow old and sickly before you have even had a chance to live, then you really shouldn't be in a relationship.

Answer 34

I'm 18 and happily married to a man that's 41 . I've been with him for over a year now. And the only problems we've ever had have been with other people. Not us as a couple . Lol. Having an age gap AND being interracial tends to draw ALOT of negative attention. Doesn't matter though. I love this man to the moon and back . Yeah yeah yeah. Spare me the. " you're just a kid talk " because I am for once in my life, being myself, and happy. My life was filled with so much sadness and misery. Just one horrible day at a time. I am now who God always intended me to be, true to myself , and truly happy . So I guess taking everyone else's negativity isn't that big of a deal, after I've been blessed with so much this past year.

Answer 35

Yes.

Age is an important factor in any relationship.

Thus if there is a big gap then the relationship would (normally) be similar to parents / children relation. On the other hand should the age (maturity) be on the same level then the relationship would tend to turn out very tempestive since the helm of control would tend to be disputed. Thus an ideal age gap would be of a mature leader who wants to learn and a follower who is quick to understand a set objective.

Answer 36

Well to me it does I never break the rule which is half your age plus 7 so I'm twenty half my age is ten so add seven that's 17 I can't date anyone under 17. Let's say I'm 35 half of that is 17.5 add seven 24.5 or 25 is the lowest I can go if I'm 80 47 is okay that's kinda weird but I suppose that rules aimed at younger people. Now it's entirely up to you and your partner what your standards are bur most people (I'm guilty) will judge you until they see you really do like each other and even then there will be a few so it's best avoid that road before going down it to the point of no return

Answer 37

No.



As long as they are both 18 years of age or older, it does not matter how big the age gap is. Even if the age gap is seventy years, fine. Just so long as they love each other. What matters in a relationship is love, not age gaps.



thegreatone · 6 hours ago



I second this.

Answer 38

It depends on the people and their maturity as well as how much of an age gap. I have a problem with this issue right now. My son functions at 8-10 and this 48 year old woman is trying to convince him to be with her. Age gap over 20 years. His doctor and social worker find it very inappropriate. But she won't let up.

Answer 39

It really depends on you. Some will argue about it mattering. Personally, I think age doesn't mean a thing after a certain age. I feel like when you are "officially" an adult at 18, you can date whoever you want and who makes you happy. And if you two are fine with age gap, then who cares. If you love each, that's all that matters.

Answer 40

Depends on the age more than the gap. If you are 18 and they are 30 - that's a bit scary! BUT if you are 25 and they are 35 it's no big deal. Age really is just a number when you are talking about two grown mature adults.

Answer 41

Only if you are both under 18 then if there's an age gap of more than 4 or 5 years then yes it is illegal. So a 9 year old simply cannot date a 15 year old. But an 18 year old can legally date a 24 year old.

Answer 42

If you're legal and he/she is not, then yes. 3 years should be the max age difference from that view. Up till 30, shouldn't be more than 5 year difference. After that, does not really matter. And since you are asking this question you are already doubting the relationship or the person is either way older/younger than you. Need more details tho for a better answer.

Answer 43

It's conpletely relative. For example a 30 and forty year old? Not a problem, but obviously a ten and twenty year old is out of the question (by that illegal) the sam as a fifteen year old and twenty year old is a bit iffy, unlike a twenty year old and twent five, which is fine. However it's not just physical age to take into account when in a relationship. Mental age is very important, for example fir someone with a higher mental age to take advantage if someone with a younger mental age is conpletely wrong. Not to me tion different varying mental ages can cause a massive problem with compatability.

Answer 44

It depends, if you're 16 and the partner is 22 it looks hella odd, however when your 20 and he's 26 then it doesn't look so bad. It really depends on the age at the time but overall i don't think it matters too much if they both love each other and the younger person is at least 20. So not like 16 and 30, but yes 20 and 34.

Answer 45

I think that if one of the parties is under 30 and there is more than a 5-6 year age difference, it matters a lot. After that maybe an 8-10 difference won't matter as much, how ever it will matter! The only time it probably won't matter is if both parties are 80 and above.

Answer 46

It really depends on the age. If you are under 18yo, 15 for example and you were in a relationship with an 18+ year old, it seems wrong. Mostly because it is illegal. If your are over 18, 19/20/21, and you are in a relationship with somebody much older e.g 25 then it is less of a problem. Both of you are adults by this point.

Answer 47

Always matters and the bigger the difference the more it matters and some ages much more than others. Children with adults for example if one is say 16 and the other 20 they are not nearly the same place in life one might be an adult with an apartment or away at college while the other is dealing with early high school issues. I met my ex when I was 18 and he was 35 he treated me like he was the grown up and I was a child to be taken care of. The worst was when he was 50 and didn't want to save for retirement thinking when he was 75 I would still be working at 58 so with his SS he didn't need to save, and he thought I was too young to save for retirement.

My great aunt was 7 years younger than her husband, he had a heart attack at 64 and had to quit working. She was 5 years short of collecting SS even reduced amount. My grandma was 57 when she was forced into retirement because grandpa was 65 and wanted to retire to a small town so she lived the next 41 years in more poverty than if she was married to a younger man so she could have worked to earn more SS longer and she was widowed over 30 years. Mom was 12 years younger than dad and worked until she was 60 but he was too old then to travel so she spend the next 8 years taking care of him before she was widowed for 25 years they were never retired together dad was retired while she worked for about 10 years. They weren't ever able to travel together.

Answer 48

It depends on how big an age gap. I think that 7 year difference is max because it can get a little creepy after 10 but if ur truly I love and feel like that's the person u should be with go for it!

Answer 49

Yes, I had a boyfriend who was 6 years older than me when I was 19. It ended up crashing and burning because he was rushing me to settle down and get married... because he was ready. I obvousally was no where near ready. I wouldn't recommend dating anyone over 4 years older than you, and 4 years is stretching it. 2 years age gap seems to be about the best. Any more and you are at totally different places in life and it just doesn't work.



Also, if you are under 18.... do NOT date anyone who is over 18! And if you have a boyfriend/girlfriend who is 16 while you are almost 18.... that's not good either. Stay away from both!



Edit: Why the thumbs down?? I was stating my experience and facts. God people get offended by everything now days.

Answer 50

It can, but it depends on where the age gap is. 40 and 30 is a lot different than 30 and 20. I've found that younger guys and older women typically don't pan out. An older woman knows what she wants.. A younger man usually has no idea what he wants, and if he does, it's not on the same wavelength

Answer 51

15 and 18, we're extremely content with each other. Age gap doesn't matter so much imo, but I'm biased. I think that when two people who are equally hurt and traumatized by life, the age gap doesn't make a difference—no matter how big. When together by attraction, age matters. 4 years is my limiter there. When together for mutual understanding/maturity, 10 yrs is the max. age difference imo.

Answer 52

I would say yes and no reason why I would say yes 1) because some guys like to date younger girls so they can feel like they are protecting her and so they can feel safe reason why I would say no 2) say a 16 year old is dating a 24 year old that is a 8 year difference WHICH YOU SHOULD NOT DATE A ADULT WHEN YOU ARE ATILL GROWING UP YOU'RE NOT EVEN AN ADULT YET plus I don't no why everyone wants to date in their teen years anyway if you date in my opinion you growing up to fast hang with some friends or something. But yes age gap does matter

Answer 53

Lets just say that people who have an age gap 5 years or above may have different views and opinions on certain trends and aspects in life, so I suggest that if you are a guy, marry a girl 1 year older than you at the most. If you are a girl marry a guy 1 year younger than you at the least

Answer 54

My rule of thumb is to ask: Is the age gap big enough that it creates (or amplifies) a "power differential"? THAT is the key phrase.



An example of no power differential:

When I (a guy) was 22, I dated a 34-year-old (also guy).

But it wasn't a problem: technically, I was a college student-- but I was just finishing up one or two final courses, and basically stepping into a nice technical career. And he was journalist in a specialized and quite boring field,...

But he "lived like a 22-year-old" if that means anything (So: question that never arose: "Dahling, usual plates tonight, or the good china?") and about the only parts of life that he was vastly more experienced with was Microsoft Excel and a receded hairline. (...both of which I thought were cute, actually.) He had his own apartment, whereas I had to have roommates for a few more months,... and he had a car, whereas I was a little short of being able to afford one, and I just lived near campus-- But otherwise, no big deal. Aside from car and apartment of his own, we were just two dorks, so we were very much equals as

Answer 55

Some people seem to have no idea about age of consent.

In U.S. AOC is 16 -18. In my state, it's 16. Anyone between 13 - 15 must have less than 3 years gap to consent. A teen at 13 can consent to a teen at 15. Anyone 16+ can consent to a person of any age. There is not one age of consent law that applies to every location. Many places with AOC 18+ have age difference rules that detail who can still have sex with who.

2 people should be of similar maturity to be in a relationship, otherwise it won't work. Age doesn't define maturity or status in life. I'm 18. I'm in college. My boyfriend of 2 years is 25, just finished college and lives with his parents. We are not that different in that regard. Also, he gives me a lot of advice. I like dating an older guy. I like that he has enough experience to offer me advice he wished he did in order to make my college life better. I also couldn't handle the mentality of guys here in college that want to drink and party all the time. Not my style.

Answer 56

Me and my bf are 9 years apart. It's not weird at all and doesn't bother anyone in our families. We both have kids from previous marriages and it doesn't bother them either. His grandparents are also about 10 years apart. I'm in my 20s and he's in his 30s so we're on the same page right now with everything going and we're going on 2 years being together.



It just depends on what stages in your life you're in. If I was still a child and he a teen or me a teenager and he was in his 20s then yea, that'd be pretty weird and not right. Once 2 people are adults then it doesn't matter as long as they connect and are on the same level in life.



I also think it works best if the man is the one that's older but that's just in my opinion. I'm sure there's many relationships where the woman is older and it works out great.

Answer 57

As we get older the age difference doesnt matter. If a girl is 18 and a guy is 25 its no big deal compared to if a girl was 15 and the guy was 22,then its a problem for various reasons. What does make a difference is couples who are compatible no matter what their age difference is. Compatibility is the key to successful relationships for everyone regardless of the age

differences. It means knowing someone long enough to learn about each other first to decide whether someone is compatible with you to stay in a relationship.

Answer 58

It depends at what stage the people are. Eg a gap seems bigger and is more of a problem when you're let's say 18-28 but i think after that it's less of an issue. like a gap of seven years at 21 and 28 will be massive in reality but 35 and 42 is nothing...

Answer 59

If you let if brother you. My old man is 26 years older than I am and we've been together for 17 years. I am sure it may bother him at times, other than when we are having sex then he is ok with it. I truly believe that it my husband had issues with my age after 17 years and twin girls he should be man enough to come forward with his issues and not hide it from me. I've put up with a lot from him and his family disliking me because of the gap. But if he is happy them it's ok: he cheats on me with older women so I guess it's safe to say, don't get involved with a young lady and make fault promises. Because I was completely happy and would of been very happy to the end. It's only a problem if you let it be. Now my husband wants out and that's ok. But he needs to be up front with me and we will not have a problem, because I love him no matter what even if he is gay. Sad he lied to me all of these years though and make me think he loved me... So don't go breaking hearts

Answer 60

Absolutely, to the people that aren't in the relationship. It's just like any other relationship with its ups and downs. The biggest factor here is never age, it's society's influence on the decision you make for your life. If your the older person but your fit and keep your spirit young it's a plus. If your the younger person who keeps things fresh and light it's a plus. Don't let people destroy love with their beliefs. God and love and live your life. Attraction can happen at any age, the problem is the friends,family,society and the law. All people suffer at one time or another and age doesn't play a role, so what are you worried about. Give all the love to one another and put God first, you don't have to prove yourselves to anyone else.

Answer 61

Yes and no.

Yes if your dating or marrying someone 15-20 years younger than you then you both have to be mature about the relationship and have a understanding of what you both expect from one another. Not just for the sake of sex.



No if the maturity isn't there and it's only about sex, and you both come from completely different worlds.

Or you don't consider the experiences you've both had in your own lives before the relationship began.



It's all about maturity and understanding of one another,

what do you expect from this relationship in 5 years? Children? Travel? You have to consider that because if your the older one in the relationship then you've pretty much figured out what you want to do with your life, if your younger then you have a lot of experiences to you have to have first before you can say what you want in life.

Answer 62

It matters in certain situations. I'm 16, and had some problems with me liking a 13 year ol (14 now) cause I felt she was too young. It wasn't the age gap herself, but her age. If I was 23, she would be 20, no problem. This is my rule of thumb for anyone 18+. If you're in your teen years, you date someone in teen years. 20-21 maybe as well. As long as you could've attended the same high school. Then, in 20s on, just as long as they are not old enough to be your parent, or young enough to be your offspring.

Answer 63

It depends. If it is a really large age gap then maybe it's not a good idea. It also matters on how old the younger person is. Like maybe a 12 year old and 22 year old is not good but maybe a 55 year old and 65 year old might be okay?

Answer 64

No, not really. I find that the larger the gap, the more the line "Till death do you part" really matters. This also works out well if the younger in the relationship wishes to have children. Changing diapers, or feedings without the weight gain and stretch marks that accompanies pregnancy or the next pesky time known as The Teenage Years seems to be a win win in my book. It is also important to have a life outside your significant other. Once the older person goes to bed, usually at a earlier time, you are free to pursue your own interest, such as bar crawls, and coed horizontal wrestling without arguments or the like. Good luck.

Answer 65

Depends on the age gap, I am in my early 30's, and I wouldn't want a girl younger than 25, nor older than 35.



Large age gaps just seem awkward.

Answer 66

Yes it certainly does matter. How? Here's a reason why: different ages means different maturity levels and both partners have to compromise on a lot of stuff which can cause some stress in a relationship. So it is better to have least age difference in your relationship.

Answer 67

Big age gaps are not really that good. You will find you don't have much in common or much to talk about intellectually. Physically, anyone can f#ck anyone but for long term, age gaps can present compatibility issues. I would be careful if you are a woman and go too much older. They won't be able to keep up or be able to match your sex drive.

Answer 68

No.



As long as they are both 18 years of age or older, it does not matter how big the age gap is. Even if the age gap is seventy years, fine. Just so long as they love each other. What matters in a relationship is love, not age gaps.

Answer 69

It depends on how much of an age gap there is. In some cases, there are only so many years where the maturity is too distant between the two that the relationship would probably not work

Answer 70

The answer is, "It depends".



A 42 year old man who will only date girls 18 to 21 is almost certainly very emotionally immature and feels threatened by competent, mature women his own age so he goes for younger women who are more easy to impress.



A gap of a few years either way, though, doesn't matter much at all.

Answer 71

It was good to read these posts as I am in a large gap relationship. My husband of almost 16 years is 14.5 years younger than me. I met him when he was 27 years old (freaks me out to think how old I was when he was just a kid :( ) I also freak myself out (still) thinking I may get too old for him and last thing I want is him needing to take care of some old lady.

But we are perserving and very much in love. I couldn't imagine myself without him in my life and vice versa.

I do think people of the same age is the better choice where growing old together is at the same level, but that doesn't always work out either. So, who knows what is best, but the people in the situation.

Answer 72

If people let it matter. I'm 21, my boyfriend is 39. HUGE GAP, I know. I get bullied about it all the time, but those who love me have taken it in. He is a wonderful guy and we have so much in common because I'm an old soul. I can't click so much with people my age so much like I do with older people. we've been together for 2 years now.

Answer 73

To me age is just a number as there is 11 years between me and my husband as we've been together for 24 happy years and happily married for 22 years and i wouldn't change a thing but before i met my husband i had a few relationships with guys that where either the same age as me or 1 or 2 years older and they never worked out

Answer 74

Regardless of age it is going to come down to personality and compatibility. People who like to go out tend to continue to go out and people who tend to stay in or prefer quieter venues tend to maintain those preferences regardless of age.



Many things also depend on the amount of difference in ages.



Communication is key in all relationships.

1) How serious is this relationship are you both looking for long term?

2) Do you both want children? Depending on the age gap the older person may have children and not want any more. The younger person may not want children as soon as the older person.

3) Do either of you have any health concerns? Aging can bring on it's own problems although you could be younger with health problems and is your older partner going to have to care for you?

4) As the younger person will you be able to negotiate a true partnership?

5) As the older person can you provide advice, but still step back and let your partner find their own way



Just remember to communicate openly and clearly to establish what each of you want.

Answer 75

I don't think so no. I mean people will always have to say that ones using the other for sex etc... But really it's down to the maturity and how much both of those people love one another.. So age gap doesn't matter as long as both of those people are intelligent enough to not hurt one another and make it work :)

Answer 76

if it is a BIG age gap, than maybe yes.

it also depends on how you are too.

If you are in your 30's or 40's than it should not matter on how big of a age gap the person you like or are with.

Answer 77

To me, it determines the age gap, if you're over the legal age of consent or you're 18, and you date someone older, I don't see an issue, it just becomes and issue when someone is underage is involving themselves in sexual activity with the older person, then that could be an issue, I don't think there is any harm hanging around someone you enjoy being around. My aunt and uncle are ten years apart and have a great relationship.

Answer 78

Depends on the age. For example, I don't think it's appropriate for a 13 and 20 year old to be in a romantic relationship together. But once you reach adulthood, it really doesn't matter or become an issue.

Answer 79

It's funny how the one woman said Age Gap doesn't matter and there was a huge one between her and her ex-boyfriend.



Hmmm....



It matters because two people with different life experiences aren't going to share a lot of those life experiences. Imagine a 22 year old girl who wants to go dancing and clubbing and drinking late and her 41 year old boyfriend did all that and he wants to go to bed at 10:00 pm because he has work the next day.



That's not going to work.

Answer 80

If we let the society decide, then of course age gap will matter because even though some people marry regardless of the ocean-wide age gap, it is still sort of deemed as a taboo. But, if these couple DO "love" each other then I don't think, age gap will matter because they would not even bother listening to what the society is saying.

Answer 81

Such as this issue is too complex to have any rule or reasoning that defines it. Age plays a part in most things, yet it is less significant in others. What I have noticed is the generational divide as is ever present in terms of one's cohort. A great topic for discussion and debate, but not something I could sense is able to be conclusive. If Sociology cannot attain a definite answer; and Psychology is equally mute, then how is an answer to be found. Each of us must make up our own rules and practices, then take the consequences. In my practices, I have opted for the older than my age, but that only worked well once. It is then a reversal of my youth where I now avoid those who are older than me. Live and learn, trial and error, so watch out for incompatibility: it strikes all levels of age, gender and temperament. My only compatibility came when my loved one was 20 years my senior. Looking back, she was the only one for me, yet she is still 20 years my senior. Everything has its time, and we know that time runs out.

Answer 82

Well it only matters if one of the partners are under age than thats a problem. But if its not, it depends how far the gap i think if she or he is only 5 years old MAX than ita find anymore than tha is a little to much. Mainly cause you too wont be on the same page at all the other will age quickly and maybe your sex life wont be so exciting as it use go be sooo i dont think you should date someone sooo much older or younger than you around your age is perfect.

Answer 83

I think it depends. A 16yr old couldn't date a 13yr old without getting some serious questions but when you get older I think an age gap matters less. Personally I think that as long as they love each other people should be free to form relationships with whoever they want

Answer 84

In my opinion, if you are over 18 it doesn't matter because younger teens (13,14,15,16..) shouldn't be dating grown men. It's sick. But like i said, if you are over 18 then i feel that you can pretty much date whoever you want. I'm in a relationship where there's a big age gap. I'm 23 and my boyfriend is 32. It works for us and we have no problems in our relationship concerning our age difference.

Answer 85

My uncle started dating his wife when she was 15 and he was 29 (I know it's crazy!) now 20 years later they are both happily married and have 2 children. I think it depends personally if he wasn't my family and I didn't know he's a good person I would completely disapprove of a 29 yr old dating a 15 yr old (that's almost pedophilia) but I do think as long as both partners are adults or of legal age it's fine. I do see many issues with big age gaps in the terms of "power" since my aunt was only 15 when she started dating him she didn't go to college and she doesn't work. She fully depends on him, she even needs to ask him for money to buy a packet of tampons. So personally I don't approve of it, but you do you

Answer 86

it depends honestly, the r-18 people should wait until they arrive 18 before they date someone who is post-teenager, unless those people have been dating since a younger age, it's fine, honestly tho, if there was a relation between a 14 and an 18 etc. it's fine as long as they're in love

take me for example, i am 15, my boyfriend is 18, not a big age gap, although my classmates ask me often "aren't you afraid he's a pedophile (attracted to young kids) ? and i would always answer no, cause i know we're madly in love with each other, and we started dating in a younger age too so those comments won't change me, so, AGE DOESN'T MATTER AS LONG AS LOVE IS PRESENT

Answer 87

I personally feel like it depends on the couple and the situation. My bf is 6 yrs younger than me I am 31 and he just turned 24. I fell in love with him for a lot of the same things that seem to get on my nerves more often now than I woule have ever expected them too, just meaning being playful with my kids and stuff like that it is great sometimes he chooses the wrong Times to get them all wound up. There is just a maturity level difference and if you are ok with that then no it shouldn't matter but I am also the who would say if you truly love someone you will do whatever it takes to make it work.

Answer 88

Yes!



In school the age gap in a relationship should be a max of 2 years!



Excluding school the age gap should be a max of 7 years!

Answer 89

for friendship it doesn't matter since you'd have to work with and deal with all age groups in business and your career.



If you're talking about bringing someone home to meet your family that's more than 3 years difference or introducing them to your friends, forget it, people won't understand.



I've known of marriages wherein there was a 20 year difference and even that is difficult, but a 30 year difference you can only be friends. The reason being they are in a different generation and think differently and their morals and values are different than yours.

Answer 90

Long as they are adults and truly love each other.



However, an age gap being like an 18year old with a 90 year old, I think is not right.



Personally Id go with someone who is about 10 years younger or older.

Answer 91

Um yes.Love is love, but you REALLY shouldn't think of that for all.Nothing wrong with your wife being a couple of years old than you, but being a 19 year old with a 98 year old is....um....a bit disturbing.Pretty sure the guy would either be really lonely, or the 19 year-old is a gold-digger.

Also, "love is love" doesn't work if a kid/teen is involved.A 14 or 16 year old in "love" with a 35 year old DOES matter.THAT is when a age gap is concerning.Sorry, but age does matter when you look like a pedophile, or when people confuse you for being your girlfriend/wife's great-great-great grandson/daughter.

Sorry, but it's true.

Answer 92

It depends on the ages. If you're 14 and they're 24 then that's quite odd. For one, you're at different levels in life. The 14 year old is in high school trying to find out what they want to do with their life, they're young and innocent. Whereas the 24 year old has been through that and knows how naive and gullible one at that age can be. But if you're 24 and 40 thenot that is okay, because the 24 year old is aware of the world and can be stable on their own and not depend on the 40 year old.

Answer 93

Age is just a number ,Maturity is a choice ! But yes in relationships it can be really not the best idea to be with someone who is like twice your age or something really far from your age group only bc one of you could always overthink about the age gap and deside to just stop the relationship.

Answer 94

Nope. Most of the time people think about the age thing when it comes to relationship but sometimes when you're the that position already you'll come to understand what's the real answer. Maybe its because you already like the person before you know their age sometime its a matter of choice that you need them even their old enough for you. That's the point where mistress appears in the picture.

Answer 95

I don't think so. The old expression "Age is but a number" really is true.

If two people enjoy each other's company then it doesn't matter if one is older than the other. It doesn't matter if two people are in love and the woman is older than the man (because that annoys people) it doesn't matter if two people become instant friends despite a 25 year age gap. Maybe they relate to one another better than anyone closer to their age... The years don't matter as long as there is true affection between two people. I mean who cares about the fact that "society" thinks it's odd??

Answer 96

Yes don't go for some one under the legal age eg. 18 can't date someone who is 16 in some places due to age if having sexual relationship.



If there is a time you or your partner will be in this bracket barrier have a relationship hold. Still act like your interested but not dating.



To me 3 years younger or older. With following the law with underage people in sexual relationships. (In other words no sex)

Answer 97

Not at all!! (As long as both are over the age of consent) my husband is 13 years older than me, we have been together 9 years now and we are like 2 sides of the same coin so to speak. We have never had any issues with our age gap, we both act silly at times,we have the same silly sense of humour and the same interests. He is 40 and I'm 28.

Answer 98

In my opinion I am going out with a boy one year older but I think it doesn't really matter if it's 1-3 years if your like young but when your a adult you can make proper decisions for yourself, but if it's like 20 year gap I find that. A bit creepy because when you were 7 he/she would of been 27 :/

Answer 99

Not really as long as you are both legal over 18 and consenting mature adults, however I would think an age gap of 15+ years difference is definitely a bit too much. Again my opinion.

Answer 100

No it doesn't. In South Korea there are many couples that have more than a 10 year age gap-even 20 and they live very happy lifes with eachother.

Answer 101

Tbh age is just a number. I've dated a guy who is 27 when I was 18 years old. Though we did fight a lot because our priorities are different due to our age difference. We had a great time together we understood each other in most ways. And it was great to have him because he can also give me good advice about some situations I had to deal with. If you want to date someone older or younger, I'd say go for it and have a good time.

Answer 102

i honestly think it depends on the individuals...how important is the age gap in the relationship? I'm 32 the man I'm with is 49. we have a few things in common, he makes me laugh so hard. The relationship came on as a surprise, now when i'm not with him I can't wait to be near him. We've been together almost a year, the age gap has come up maybe twice as a joke, its just not important to us.

Answer 103

Yes it does matter when it comes to young girls under 18 having relationship with mature men over 45 or women having relationships with young men. I am a mature man and I prefer to have a relationship with intelligent women over 35 years. Not some dumb 25 year old who behaves like a six year old. I don't want to be a father figure or have a parent child relationship.

Answer 104

I don't think it matters too much as long as the people really love eachother but sometimes an age gap can mean that their too different in the way of them not being at the same mental development

Answer 105

It can depend on the gap. Usually as you get older the gap doesn't matter as much.

It might be unacceptable for a 16 year old to date a 26 year old but acceptable for a 45 year old to date a 55 year old.

Answer 106

Depends on their ages, doesn't it? If one person is underage then of course it matters. Like if one person is fifteen and the other eighteen, that matters. I think it is wrong for say a 30 year old to go for an eighteen year old; that s wired. But someone of say 25 and someone of 32, for example, isn't really much difference at all. As you get older, age difference matters less.

Answer 107

Oh, gosh, yes. I hate to admit it, but it's the truth. My husband and I have a 8 1/2 year difference, and it's a huge difference. Maybe it depends on whether you guys were born on the cusp, but otherwise, yeah. We have so little in common, not even our music is the same. That's b/c we were brought up so extremely differently! It's no one's fault. We fell for each other, because of our similarities, but when it came to long-term commitment, it became very difficult. Still married - almost 30 years now - but there's an uncomfortable age difference. I meet someone near my age these days, and I have a comforting, "knowing" feeling around them.

Answer 108

As long you are both above 18 then it doesn't matter. The age gap in between my parents is 8 years

Answer 109

My fiance is 5 years older than i am and it is working out great, we have been together almlost 4 years and have a 1.5 year old together and trying for baby #2. But i definitely think a larger age gap is not okay. When your with someone a lot older/younger you really dont have too much in common.

Answer 110

Don't know but it does matter to me, like I dont want to date a girl who is 2 years younger than me lol I cant even accept a 2 years gap

Answer 111

I think it doesn't matter at all. As long as it's not too big, I mean, if a twenty year old was dating someone who was like seventy, it'd be weird, but, it's their choice and their attraction. There can be complications, of course. I particularly feel it's all right because I'm a teleiophile (a person who's attracted to mature adults). Even when I was fourteen, I personally found men between 40 - 55 more attractive and sexually appealing than people near my age. Even twenty or thirty-year-olds weren't attractive to me.

Answer 112

I think it definitely comes into it, but if the connection is there it shouldn't matter. I had an awful time with a guy I dated who was 16 years older than me. I assumed he'd be more gentleman-like and respectful because he was older, but he was so much worse than younger guys! But that was because of him not the age gap.

Answer 113

Yes. Don't be in an age gap relationship.

Answer 114

it depends on how big the age gap is if it is 15-17 to me thats fine but if it was 13-18 or 18-29 uh no but with the 18-29 it can be fine if it was a healthy relationship but not the 13-18 as that seems kind creepy and im pretty sure its illegal

Answer 115

I think if it is too much of an age gap it does because you won't be compatible. There will be so many elements of your life that the other person won't understand and can't relate with because they are 20 or 30 years older or something

Answer 116

It depends. You can date someone 20 years older than you and you will find that you are more mature than that person. The best way to determine if they are a good match is watch how they show up when the s$%& hits the fan in your life. If they duck leaving you with the mess, age gap or not, they are not reliable for you.

Answer 117

I dont think age gap matters, as long as two people love each other deeply and nothing else matters. People who think age gap in love is wrong, well those people dont understand that no matter how old you are you can fall in love or is aloud to choose who to love no matter what age they are. So age gap is not important.



Age, appearance or race is not important if you want to love someone or fall in love with. Whats so important in life is to love who ever you want, love the person with your whole heart and respect there background and religion, even if you dont like it. Respecting and accepting is important as well. So please OK.



I am also kind of in a love situation with a guy in Japan. I am 20 and he is 21, just one year age difference from each other. Does that matter or is it wrong? As long as we love each other thats all it matters. Nothing else.



So what ever age you are or what race or country you come from, if you love the person who they are and nothing else. Thats all it matters nothing else. So age gap is not important.



Falling in love is the most beautiful and incredible thing to go through in life. So never forget the day you fell in love.



Hope i helped?

Answer 118

I am a girl and the acceptable age range for me is guys who are up to two years younger or up to five years older. I feel that those who are younger or older than those thresholds will not have enough in common with me. The younger ones will be too childish and I fear that I will not be as mature as guys who are more than five years older than I am and they're liable to find me irritating because of that. I would certainly never consider relationships with guys who have double digit age gaps with me. I'm no Jane Eyre.

Answer 119

Like most people said it depends on what age, if you're a child dating an adult then yes that matters. But if you're like 30 dating a 35 year old then no because you're pretty much at the same spot in life.

Answer 120

In society,some people with age difference is frowned upon..for example if a 16 year old is dating a 21 year old then of course people are going to gossip and have something negative to say about their relationship..one of the things that are might said is that the 21 year old is too old for him/her and they are manipulating them.what people fail to realize is as long as the parent consent to them dating and having sex it might be okay as long as the 21 year old gets it in writing and get s it notarized as a back up plan just in case things don't last long or someone wants to get mad as start telling people that the 21 year old raped the 16 year old..either way its risky but if both poeple are 18 years old and older,there is nothing anybody can do about it...not unless one of them have a mental disability..me personally,I think an age gap don't matter,its the maturity level..by the way what is the age gap are you talking about??

Answer 121

I think it depends on you, how you feel.

I don't really like it when someone goes out with a person younger than them (if the girl is older and guy is younger) but then if it works, it works. The other way around I don't mind.

Me I'd only do 2 years max. Boys my generation are very childish so that's probably not the best way to go for a relationship.

Answer 122

In my personal opinion it matters in what age group you are see as teenagers an age gap is bad and frowned upon but as an adult 20 years is normal. So if you are an adult and feel like you have a real attraction then what is the problem.

Answer 123

Age gap matters when you're under the age of 30. ALOT! You shouldn't date anyone more then a few years older, and only like one year older as a minor.

Answer 124

Realistically, the guy should be older than the girl because of the maturity differences between men & women. It is no big secret that women are more mature than men when it comes to dating & relationships.



If the girl is under 18, the guy should be no more than 2 years older.



If the girl is 18-25, the man can be up to 15 years older.



If the girl is over 25, the guy can be any age, but the girl must be aware that much older guys are done having kids. This is a deal breaker.

Answer 125

I'd say anything after 21 doesn't matter. I mean I don't see a problem with 18 - 24 age gap either.

Answer 126

Well, my best friend is 14 and her boyfriend is 21. I know how this sounds, believe me I do. But when they're together it's not really like what you think. He's not creepy or weird, it's almost like he's still sixteen. Which sounds SUPER bad and messed up, I know! But honestly he's grown to be one of my good friends and they've been together for 9 months now. I don't have any issue with it, and neither do any of our other friends. This honestly sounds so bad and I know no one will believe me when I say it's not noticeable at all or weird at all, but yeah I swear. He's not a pervert. Again, no one will really believe that but at least she knows it's true and so do I. So to be honest it depends on the people.

(That all sounded so bad and corrupt, oh my god. It isn't, I SWEAR)

Answer 127

I would say no but just depends on the age like 23 to 27 no.. But if your like 19 going out with 27 to 30 yes big deal a few years ok but over 5 probably not.

Answer 128

Age gap does not matter, I'm Louie I'm now 57yo, when I was 46yo I meet a lovely lady who was 70yo call Liz and we hit it off right from day one, we chatted regularly, so I told her I fancy her,at first she didn't believe me, I told her every chance I got, it was new year eve in our local pub and before the bells I decided to go home, Liz call in ask me was I serious about fancy her and want to take her to bed I told her yes she said I know you regret it in morning and I would do a runner, Liz pass away last Xmas eve in my arms after 10 yrs off loving and physical relationship so age gap dose not matter

Answer 129

Well it really depends on the personality of both partners in the relationship.

As long as they're BOTH over 18, there's no real problem, I don't think.



If both partners can relate and find things that they have in common, then that's all that matters

Answer 130

Ugh this question. Depends on the situation i guess. But not all are accepted by society.



My late father in law married a 24 year old when he was in his 50s, and fathered my brother in law who is 6, only a year younger than our daughter. The whole relationship did NOT sit well with my husband and sister in law, they do not get along with the wife as they believe she married him for his VA money (he was a Marine and was in the Vietnam War) My husband tries to be there for his little brother...but he can't stand his mother and after all the crap she pulled dictating who could and could not be present for his funeral and visitation. My husband and sister in law got nothing because wife talked him into only his SS going to thier son like his other kids don't matter.



It can work if its not like what our family went through as result of the relationship. But it can cause a lot of hurt as my husband learned.

Answer 131

As long as the girl isn't a prude. And at the same time isn't a ****. I'm good. Just be yourself but at the same time adjust yourself. I personally like a girl who is funny and if I make an offensive joke won't get angry and understand that it's a joke. Also even if it isn't true guys like to feel they are better at most things. In a way guys are as complicated as girls. I'm only 13 so I might be called ignorant. But I've had a gf. We've dated twice. The first time she was super klingy. My phone died and she got super mad and thought I was ignoring her. So I broke up with her. The second time she only returned my texts every other day and always said she had to go. So I broke up with her because she was too distant. The key is to find balance.

Answer 132

Depends...if your 20 and dating a 15 year old its weird . But if ur 27 dating a 22 year old its fine...both have a 5 year age gap

Answer 133

I think the age gap matters. People who are different ages (like 20 and 45 for example) are at completely different stages of their lives.

Answer 134

it depends on the age and the gap. if you are 14 going with a 20 year old something boy that's a no, no. if you are in your 20's and the guy is 20 years your senior, why would you want to be with someone old enough to be your father? if he is that much older then you he has had a lot of experience in life. and he might want to control you. the older the more control.

Answer 135

It really depends..I've seen people with a 20 year age difference last forever and people with a 2 month age difference last a week...I've seen people with big age differences that don't workout either because the younger one wants out after a while. But that could basically happen under any number of circumstances.

Answer 136

Yes. I once dated a man who was 27 years older than me. I was 27 and he as 54. We dated 1 and 1/2 years. His two sons were older than me and thought the whole relationship ridiculous. Other issues included awkwardness with my friends, the fact that we were from different generations completely and even simple things such as music choice became issues, the fact that he was nearly same age as my parents. We were out to dinner one evening and a woman closer to his age than mine loudly told her friend "Look at them, He must be at least 30 years older than her. They should be ashamed." I wasn t but it wasn t meant to last in the end. He is now 71 and I am 44. I run into him every few years. We chat about what s going on in our lives and I can relate more to him now as I have grandkids. If we both weren t attached now we could probably do fine. But a 20 something and a 50 something had little in common.

Answer 137

No, love is rare. Finding someone who actually gets you is hard now a day's and sometimes you miss that opportunity because people your age missed out on you or took you for granted as another human being, so this opens up a second chance to meet someone who sees the same ways you do and is just like you going through the same things as you did, and you finally meet that special somebody who actually gets you for once. Something like a soul mate born late. Better later than never at all I say. 18+ of course.

Answer 138

Well i feel if you truely love someone, age isnt an matter. Age is only an number that we cant control so **** age in relationships. I dont care if the person i date is older or younger. Personally i dont like cougars but a few years older yea thats cool. But for others if your 20 and wanna date someone 35 or 40 hey go for it. do u!!!!!1

Answer 139

If you're a 13 year old dating a 15 year old it's not a big deal. If you're a 13 year old dating 1 19 year old, it is. The 19 year old is an adult while you're just a young teen. It wouldn't matter as much if you are both adults because you can be more mature about it.

Answer 140

I don't think that age is matters in a true relationship. I am 28 and my is 19 but we love a lot to each other.

Answer 141

Some young ppl want their first sexual encounter to be with someone older than themselves to get it out of the way, because often they find their own age group is nervous. Some young ppl feel comfortable with ppl who are confident, and if that means an older person, say 10+ years, then so be it. There is a current and immediate suspicion of paedophile, which many ppl apply even if technically both parties are over 16 or 18. I say, if yr current social group doesnt want u happy, then change yr current social group, or just be happy with the partner u have, older or not

Answer 142

Honestly, I think yes.....Relationships are not just about emotions but above that it requires communication, More age difference implies more communication gap....which I don't think is good for Relationship....However, upto 5-6 year Difference is OK, since that won't significantly influence the communication

Answer 143

To me, an age gap doesn't matter. Say its anywhere from 1-10 years! It doesn't matter to me. As long as the people in the relationship are happy.

Answer 144

Speaking from the experience of someone who dated someone 13 years older (18 and 31), it definitely matters. You're at different point in your life. Very different levels of maturity. Not to mention it's often frowned upon for a guy well into his manhood dating a newborn adult. If you can get past the fact that your mate is closer in age to your parents than to you and learn to ignore the comments, it is possible to make it work.

Answer 145

It's depends on what ages you both are and the size of the gap. I'm 32 and won't date anyone 5 years younger or ten years older than me. Of course their are exceptions to the rules.

Answer 146

I mean, I'm 16 and as soon as I turn eighteen I plan on dating only men over thirty. It's just who I'm attracted to I guess. It depends on the person and where they are in their own different stages of life. From my experience, generational gaps aren't really a big issue, as long as the two people click and the younger isn't naïve.

Answer 147

Personally, I don't think so. There was a massive age gap between my ex boyfriend and I. All depends where you want to go in life, has nothing to do with the age :)

Answer 148

Yes if the person is a senior citizen. Somebody sex drive will fade fast and you are going to find yourself going elsewhere. It depends on if the man is older or the woman is older. Years ago, a man liked me and our age difference was a 45 year gap. We never slept together because he couldn't get hard(and by the way, I didn't want to sleep with him anyway). He was a nice person to talk too. He took off his clothes and I almost got sick. I already knew he couldn't do nothing for me becasue of the way he looked. I was teasing him becasue he kept saying he wanted to tear my p**** up. He came by and I took off all my clothes. We did little four play(necking, but NOT kissing) and he never got a hard on. His *** was wrinkled and his dick was tiny. I almost threw up. He left and called me saying how sorry he was and I told him to stop saying what he can do when he couldn't do a dam thing for me.

Answer 149

My opinion is that other people do not like to see age gaps in relationships as it's not common, like gay people are not common.



I've heard before that the difference in interests may be a problem but I also think that the difference in interests between man and woman may be a problem also, men usually don't like shopping but they go along with it, women don't like football but they go along with it. So say if I, a 22 year old were to date someone 40 years older, I don't see that as a problem as long as you are willing to go along with what they like, he won't go to clubs with me, but that's no big deal as I can go with friends.



Despite people saying it matters, I think it's really just another way of saying "we don't want to see it.", all relationships can work. It's only an issue if you make it an issue, most people will, but it's not. Moralising about this is stupid, it's about what works.

Answer 150

It all depends on the people in the relationship. They could be at different stages of life, want different things out of the relationship, or their maturity could lead to terrible miscommunication. But otherwise it all depends. An age gap shouldn't mean all that much...

Answer 151

You have to take into consideration of a lot of things. Some people are a lot more mature for their age than other people.

An 18 year old may have to same mental age as a 30 year old, yet a 15 year old may have the mental he of a 12 year old.



It all depends on how mature you are.

Answer 152

Depends in the age in my views.... But I'm 20 and going out with a 27 year old...but I find that someone older is a lot more mature laid back and just very loving and not a 'fboy' like most of the boy ppltion

Answer 153

I do not believe that age matters at all. For me in LDS living I've had a lot a people say to me that it's wrong to be in love with someone older or younger then you. (I love a girl with all my heart and she is is 6 years younger then me, And she loves me) I do not believe that age matters. it bugs me when it comes to it. I don't think it's necessarily wrong if you love each other then that's what matters... I don't know how many people have told me it was wrong age does matter. Even in the church I've heard people say that. And it bugs me and makes me feel sad. Do you guys.. who are on this page. Just know that (Love) matters (Not age).

Answer 154

If one is an adult and the other isn't then age gap definitely matters. Apart from that it depends on the dating culture in your country. As long as two consenting adults genuinely have feelings for each other then I think nosey people should mind their own business.

Answer 155

I think it does.



I reject the conventional wisdom that says age doesn't matter. The more something is supported by people, it usually turns out that it should be avoided.



Being close to the same age as your partner is important. It places a couple on equal footing, and it gives them common reference points. Not only that, the happiness of a couple is related to whether they look like they belong together or not.

Answer 156

Older you get, the less it matters. Two 2-3 year difference in high school seems really weird. 2-3 years in college is pretty normal. And I'd even say 2-3 past college, and married, is not normal just because the gaps are even bigger.

Answer 157

It really depends, because if it were to be a 10 year old dating say, a 15 year that would be ridiculous but if it were maybe a 16 and an 18 year old, it wouldn't be a big deal

Answer 158

Yes it does matter especially if someone is under the age of 18 cause if someone is under 18 sex will comes into play, You need things in common and communitcation needs to be there cause communitcation is important in relationships. Also one person could be still in college while the other is out of college working, it all depends where you are at in your life.

Answer 159

I don't think it should but in my case it does. I'm 22 years old with the mentality of a 16 yr old. I was dating my ex boyfriend's (29 years old) uncle, who is 53 years old. When the family found out they made us stop seeing each other, nothing to do with my ex but they said I'm not mentally capable of a relationship and he took advantage of me. I am diagnosed paranoid schizophrenic so I think that changes my case. I'm college educated and good at hiding my disorder but I always crack at some point. That's why my Ex and I broke up

Answer 160

I think it should. Only when you're younger, though. It's not okay for a 13 year old to date a 17 year old in my opinion because hormones and puberty. Plus when you're older you're much more experienced so it's going to be harder to relate with someone younger. But if you're 30 and dating someone who's 35 that's way more acceptable. You're both mature and experienced and by then you're probably looking for the same things. You know, starting a family or traveling.

Answer 161

Age doesn't really matter in a relationship when your older but when your younger it can make a difference but if your truly in love then go for it :)

Answer 162

I'm 17 and I dated a 27 year old. It hurts at times and sometimes it works out

But getting involved with someone close to your age is so much better

Answer 163

It depends.personally I think an 18 year old should stick to mid 20's as the oldest.someone in their 30's has a lot more life experience and a lot want to settle down while a lot of 18 year olds aren't in a rush for that

Answer 164

I think that dating an older person should be done by 25 because that's when most of us mature. If you just turned 18 you don't have enough relationship or life experience to be able to verify if that person is really for you. Sometimes children come into the picture and you accept parenthood thinking that's what you wanted in the first place because they program it into your mind. Plus it's easier to manipulate a younger inexperienced mind. You would want to know who you are instead of knowing who they think you are. Take Sam Taylor Johnson and Aaron Taylor Johnson for example. The kid doesn't even know who he is. He only knows the life that she chose for him.

Answer 165

To some extent age gap matters but "mind Gap" matters too much.

Answer 166

if you are a young teen it matters. If your 17 and a thirty year old person is dating you that's wrong but otherwise it doesn't matter. I'll give you an example. I started dating online and met someone. We hit it off great. I ended up moving there and moving in with him. He proposed to me too. I am 29 and he is 22. We are 7 years apart. The difference doesn't matter. We still find lots of things to talk about and hit it off good. We basically match up good.

Answer 167

Yes, age gap is a big problem in most situation

Answer 168

It doesn't matter much when you're just playing the field (dating & friends with benefits) but if the age gap is very wide, and you plan to marry, it could make a huge and unpleasant difference when the older one is elderly and the younger one is not.

Hopefully, couples want to grow old (and die) together.

Answer 169

Not to me unless you are like 12 and the person is 19 then ts just wrong but i believe you should go after anyone or anything you want in life so is you are like 16 and you like a 23 year old person go for it but dont do anything you dont want to or if you are 24 and like a 17 year old go for it just dont push it to much and they say 'age aint nothing but a number' have fun with it YOLO so go for whatever you want and if that means a person thats younger or older than you go for it is all i can say

Answer 170

i really think it does, you can't have a 14 year old dating a 22 year old. but age gaps like 21 and 32 are fine. as long as your over 18 you can date whomever you want but as long as THEIR not under 18. you can be 18 and dating a 52 year old. Nobodys business, sure people will find it weird but nobody will really say anything like its against the law.

Answer 171

It depends. for 18 to 22. Yes that would matter more than 22 to 26. It just varies based on college, experience, drinking age, living with parents etc.

Answer 172

Maybe not so much in the beginning. My husband is 9 years older than me, back when we met (15 years ago), it wasn't an issue. Now that he's 50 and I'm 41, we're in two very different stages of our lives and I'm not sure how much longer our marriage can last.

Answer 173

No I'm 14 and my boyfriend is 16 not like that's a big deal but my grandpa was 13 years older then my grandma and they were married for 40 something years so good luck :)

Answer 174

I would prefer a close age gap if too much older than you I don't feel works out well many reasons.

Answer 175

No I am Over 80 My Girlfriend Not yet 40 says it is Just a bunch Numbers



I do More with My Life than her ex husband My Girlfriend Love Long Rides On the BMW motorcycle

Answer 176

My parents are 13yrs apart. My mom being the older. My grandad was much older than my grandma. Both generations have been happily married ...My longest relationship was with a girl 10yrs younger and I never once thought of age. ...Love is love. Now Im not saying a 50yr old should date a 18yr old. But why are you going to refuse feelings because of age. What if you meet the perfect partner and they end up being 8yrs older but your limit is 5yrs. Your honestly not gonna date them? If thats their worst flaw why give them up? When you love someone its supposed to be no matter what

Answer 177

I honestly don't care about the age gap.

Love is love and age is just a number.

Answer 178

Sweetie, when I was 22 I married my husband who was 34. We have been married 43 years now and never once has age mattered. I heard a joke once that said a woman should always marry a man older than her because as her beauty fades so does his eye sight. Age is just a number.

Answer 179

I think as long as it's not ILLEGAL (ex. A 30 year old and a 15 year old.. Or even an 18 year old and a 15 year old for that matter) it should be fine.



I don't see the problem with it

Answer 180

It doesn't make life easier but it absolutely works out great with lots of couples



Our friends are a couple like that

She is 65 and he is 40

They are married 14 years I think

Absolute awsome people who have allot of fun in life together. But both of them come from wacky disfunktional families. So maybe the key is that you should be long past caring about what people think about you and what society expects you to do.



So be brave and just give it a chance.

Answer 181

Depends. Current age is a big factor. I wouldn't want a 14 year old dating a 25 year old. However, maybe a 20 year old and a 31 year old would be ok

Answer 182

Trust me it does. I just broke up with my bf because we live on to different levels. I wanted to have and be jolly around him. i wanted to have a cute relationship whereas he was past this age and just wanted to be serious with all the things. we did connect at the beginning but after 3 years i realized we are a mismachted couple. I'm 19 he's 28

Answer 183

I honestly think it does. But to be honest age doesn't mean anything. If you find someone on your level that mentally able to be in a relationship i say go for it. I dated much order men which u would think they have there stuff together but they didn't. They the same as guys my age lol

Answer 184

Not really. There are lots of relationship in which one partner is older or younger than the other. It does not really matter. It is all about if they get along with each other and are willing to commit to each other for the rest of their lives. Unless it is a huge difference, I suggest seeing an expert.

Answer 185

I have a 10 year gap with me being older and learnt much much more than I could have ever dreamed of.

It doesn't matter one bit , only makes it better

Answer 186

My grandfather just turned 97 this year. His wife is only 91! Their 70th wedding anniversary was last month. Obviously that 6 year age gap seemed to be no problem.

Answer 187

Definitely, the guy should be five to ten years older than the girl for a stable relationship, e.g. 30 year old guy with 20 year old girl.



The 30 year old guy should be financially stable with a well paid job, but the 20 year old will still have youthful optimism and vigour to lift the guys spirits after he comes home from a stressful day at the office.

Answer 188

It depends how old the two people are.



When one is 15 and the other is 30, the relationship will NOT survive.

When one is 35 and the other is 50, it has a good chance of lasting.

Answer 189

For me it does. I want someone close to my age. The gap cannot be more than 4 years.

Answer 190

When I was 24 I dated a 42 year old, it was perfectly fine. When I was 28 I dated an 18 year old, it was Hell in a handbasket.



As long as both parties are roughly equal in maturity, it's not an issue.

Answer 191

It all depends on the age of the people. The younger you are the worse it is, my mum wouldn't even let me date a 16 year old in the year above me when I was 14. My parents are 5 years apart, and it's not a big deal at all.

Answer 192

Depends on the ages - a 13 yo and 18 yo would be disgusting, but a 20 yo with a 25 yo is fine.

Answer 193

Just saying, if you ever feel weird in a relationship where your age gets the best of you, just remember one of the last surviving civil war veterans who was in his 80s or 90s got married to an 18 year old girl. If you don't believe, idgaf, you can look it up yourself.

Answer 194

I don't think age matters as long as the two of you are legally considered adults (18 for females, 21 for makes).

Answer 195

Depends on the gap i guess. Sometimes you get on better with a little age gap

Answer 196

Not for me. But for some people it matters specially our parents or grand parents . There should not too much age gap .

Answer 197

Somebody is born with an old mind in that they think like a mature person. The others just never grow up. For these mind age mismatch people, they need to date people on different ages.

Answer 198

As long as you're at a illegal age then no my boyfriend is 18 going on 19 & I'll be 22 next month but we have been friends for 6years. His mom & dad like me.

Answer 199

Ohhhh yeahhh for me it matters alot. Either my age or 2 years above. And I'm a male. Im not wanting to be known as a pedophile

Answer 200

Long as you're both adults,I see nothing wrong,if its 5 years,or 10 yrs. An Jesus loves ya'lll, we just ask Him in our heart, forgive our sins to be saved, He is Faithful and Just to forgive all our sins,praise The LORD. An google Beth Moore an Charles Stanley,great Christian teachers to encourage you in Jesus an good to attend a Christian BIble based Church,an John is a great place to read in BIble. May The LORD Jesus Bless,speak to,save ya'll, give peace in Holy Spirit,lost be saved,thank You Jesus amen shalom Israel, famly France.world. Have faith in God. Mark 11:22

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Answer 201

It depends on how mature each age is and what each person is capable of giving to the other. It really depends on the two people of how it would make things but age really isn't a huge factor .

Answer 202

It depends on how big of an age gap there is between the couple

Answer 203

Not in my opinion. Love has no age limit. As long as it's legal, it doesn't matter. The only issue I'd personally have with it is that if I'm with someone significantly older than myself, they'd die long before me and that would be very sad.

Answer 204

Yes I think it does. When you date someone at least 10 years younger or older than you are sometimes you don't have things in common. They can't relate to some of the things that you may have gone through and your generation. Etc....

Answer 205

It depends on their actual age. I broke up with my first boyfriend because it didn't work out (we were 3 years apart), but my mum and dad have a 7 year age difference, but they're much older (48 and 55).

Answer 206

Not really. My husband and i have an 8 year gap and we are still very happy with one another

Answer 207

No it doesn't you know unless your a minor dating someone way older then you. But it depends on you guys maturity level. I was 18 I once dated a guy who was 26 I was just starting to have fun in college and stuff and he was tryna settle down... just believe it depends on where you are life and what you want out of life if you guys are on the same page go for it!

Answer 208

depends on if the teen is under 18 or not. if he/she is then the rule would be no more then 2 years older. if the kid under the age of consent id say a one year difference cause thats just bad. if they are like 17 and 19 thats ok, or 18 and 25 thats fine too. like if your 22 and dating a 16 year theres something wrong with that cause your basically a pedofile

Answer 209

Well it depends, I think a 50 year old dating a 30 year old is ok.



But in the middle eastern countries I find it somewhat unsettling for an 80 year old to be marrying a 15 year old, which was pretty much the norm in the 16th century.

Answer 210

Depends

Answer 211

Overcoming the age gap take a level of emotional maturity that people nowadays rarely achieve.

Answer 212

Yes it does matter if your 30 and want to date a 10 year old Theres a problem

Answer 213

No depending on age gap though

Answer 214

It can if they are too far in their youth. But as they get older (30 s and over) it s not a big deal. Men want to have experiences with older women and they find out they like it a lot better than with women their own age. I can t argue with that.

Answer 215

I was 21 and had a 42 year old gf. We broke up bc I had to work out of town for several months. I definitely could have married her. She was beautiful, loved sex and we both loved doing the same things. She had two kids from her marriage to another guy and we were about to start trying for our own baby. I happily married to someone else my age but I do think of my old love, often..

Answer 216

The Golden rule: take the age, divide by two, and add seven. But then just throw that number in the trashcan if you really like this person bc age really is just a number (it's such a shame that that line is so cliched).

Answer 217

Only if one of you is under 18 and the other is 18 or over. My gf is 18 years younger than I am. We both love each other and that is what matters most. So to answer your question, no it does not matter. Stop listening to others and listen to your heart.

Answer 218

40 and 20 yes. 30 and 27 ,no

Answer 219

No,age does NOT matter.Love does not discriminate based on age and none ever said to his heart "Okay buddy,love only between 18 and 25 years of age".THE HEART DOES NOT WORK LIKE THAT ! If two people love each other then they can surely overcome their petty differences like difference in tastes,don't you think?

Answer 220

Age gap really matters in a relationship . Wider the gap greater the disparity betwen the couple .It affects the physical relationship betwen the couple .Extra maritial relationships can be the end results .

Answer 221

That's a personal preference. As long as one is not underage, most gaps don't matter.

Answer 222

It depends on how old you are. If you're in your 20s I'd say it does matter. If the youngest is at least 30 then it matters much less.

Answer 223

Yes

Answer 224

If over 18, no it doesn't matter. But anything more then about 5 yrs can cause more problems in the long run.

Answer 225

OBVIOUSLY. Imagine a 19 year old boy and a 30 year old girl kissing.. If its like 1 or 2 years apart thats fine but something more than 4 yrs+ is a big no no for me.

Answer 226

Depends really because if a 14 year old was dating an 18 year old it would be weird but a 22 year old dating a 26 year old that seems fine

Answer 227

I believe it's fine. The father of my kids is 35 and im 26. And my crush is 38.. When I first met the father of my kids I was 20 and he was 29. And we were together for 4 years.

Answer 228

That depends on the age and the gap.

eg 24 & 30 is probably OK

14 & 20 is a no-no

Answer 229

If she s 12, i m 12.

Answer 230

In my opinion, as long as you are over 18, it doesn't matter the age gap as long as the couple is okay with dating with each other, and they believe the love is true.

Answer 231

If my grandfather starting dating an 18 year old, I'd find it pretty weird. If my 18 year old brother starting dating a 93 year old lady, I'd find it pretty weird. However the 'age formula' is pretty consistent. The youngest woman a guy can date is half his age plus 7.

Answer 232

Nope. As long as he's 2-10 years older I'm ok with it. I don't like guys of my age or 1 year higher. They need to be up more.

Answer 233

I think it depends on what stage of your life you're at. I think if you're in your early 20s or middle 20s and date someone who's older than you, then the likelihood of it working out would be a lot bigger than dating someone who's younger than you. Naturally, this isn't always the case but I personally found out that dating someone younger than me was a bit difficult as the guy was quite immature. I usually prefer dating someone who is older than me.

Answer 234

I'm only 16 yr old, but I don't go for the guys' that are A LOT older than me. I just go out with guy's that are from age 16-19.

Answer 235

Certainly... But it is a small issues if Both he/she really wants to build a relationship. Mutual Understanding and Trust are Imp not age.

Answer 236

I guess it all depends on the people. Age matters to me coz men aren't mature anymore, so I try date older, most young guys just wanna party, if the girl is younger I think it is a lot easier to date, but when the guy is younger it gets more tricky

Answer 237

Depends

Answer 238

Honestly I think it depends, I believe that the older you get the more it doesn't matter. For an example, a 19 year old going out with a 29 year old would be WEIRD, but a 31 year old going out with a 41 year old doesn't seem as weird.

Answer 239

I am over 70 and have had mutually enjoyable sex with women 40 years my junior. Age is just a number, it is the chemistry, attitude, appearance, and confidence that reduces any problems with age. Of course experience is always a good teacher!!

Answer 240

No, not at all. As long as the youngest one participating in the relationship is at consenting legal age then it's absolutely fine. Love doesn't see age.

Answer 241

age matters in certain times of you life like when you young it matters quite alot because you both maturing and the older person in the relationship more matued than the younger one so yeah but when you old maybe in you 20 not so much

Answer 242

I believe it matters depending on how old the two people are when they are dating. My parents are 13 years apart. However my mom didn't meet my father until she was in her twenties. It is different then if a 27 year old male/female is dating a 16 year old. It simply depends on how old the two people are when they begin dating.

Answer 243

I think it does, but it can still be good while it lasts which may be years. So a woman in her mid twenties dating a man in his mid forties can realistically last 20 years which is a good part of ones life and so worth it...if the bond is a good one.



there are 2 major considerations:

1) no one should date minors

2) how much life can you spend together and what will be the quality of it?

Answer 244

Yes

Answer 245

It can, because a huge age gap can also mean a huge difference in maturity levels.

Answer 246

It definitely does. Communicating your experiences and relating to one another is important. But, if the connection is good regardless, it doesn't matter, as long as they're fully mature in terms of the law and mentally, as well as physically and emotionally. My uncle is more than 20 years older than my aunt, one of my closest friend's dad is over 30 years older than his wife, etc.

Answer 247

I think age doesn't matter. Where you are in life does. If someone is wanting to settle down and have a family but the other doesn't.. yeah its gonna matter.

Answer 248

To me..not really as long as you love them and have a lot in common with them and can be happy around them and have a normal happy relationship. But my bfs only three years older than me he liked me when i was 14 and he was 17 then. We got together 6 years later and its been three years now <3

Answer 249

If they both love each other no, but personally I wouldn't go beyond 15 years of gap.

Answer 250

No, not in my opinion, my boyfriend are age 21 and 30 and have been dating for 2 years and are still going strong.

Answer 251

Age is just a number as long as you both over the age 16 UK,18 U.S.A but if you per teen 13,17 long as your not having under age sex it's fine

Answer 252

No . Age is not a fact for any kinds of relationship . It depends on only mind .

Answer 253

Yes. There can be many problems when a 40 year old male is dating a 15 year old girl

Answer 254

Depends in my opinion. If they are 5+ years apart as long as they are both legal age I say it's fine.

Answer 255

As long as you don't feel like a diaper sniper and the person is of legal age. I try to think "how old was he when I graduated high school." If the answer is he wasn't born yet, that's bad.

Answer 256

Age is just a number. Love is what matters. Well, as long as both are legal.

Answer 257

One of my friends is dating someone nineteen years older (he was 20 at the time, his gf was 39). While it's more of a sex and making out relationship than anything else, they like it, and people think my friend's 35.

Answer 258

there is the old rule you can date half your age plus 7....so the youngest a 30 year old should date is 22 (15 + 7).

A 60 year old can date down to a 37 year old (30 + 7)! I think the rule was written by a 60 year old dude....LOL.

Answer 259

age gap does not really matter

Answer 260

Yes

Answer 261

Depends on the gap if the gap is bigger then 7 years then its getting a little weird

Answer 262

Depends on age

Answer 263

I just got out of a relationship where he was a few years older. He always bossed me around. I don't think it's a problem just make sure they know they can't treat you like a baby.

Answer 264

It depends on how far the gap goes but if the feelings are real it shouldn't matter

Answer 265

Yes and no... if you're 14 and your partner is 17, the 3 years is a big difference in that time.. but is not when you are in your adult years. My parents (aren't together anymore) but they were 9 Years apart and they didn't seem to care at all.. now sexual I have no idea...

Answer 266

Age gap only matters if the person you like is underage.

Answer 267

The different beliefs of different generations can cause a problem but if at least one partner is not the stereotype of their generation then it can easily work age in it's own right makes no difference accept looks and one dying earlier.

Answer 268

Well not if it's only like a few years not like your 20 and their 60

Answer 269

Yes

Answer 270

I think not as long as the girl or guy is over age 25. Under 25 can be manipulated by the older person. It is the very nature of human development.

Also, as long as the older individual is not trying to manipulate or take advantage over the other.

Answer 271

Definitely not. It is about CONNECTION. This is possible between two people of any age, race, background etc. When its there it's there. No one has the right to criticise unless there are clear signs of one using there age for control/exploitation of the other.

Answer 272

It depends really.... anything over a 15 year gap is just kinda wrong [to me, it's my opinion]

Answer 273

Age is only a number. If you believe you have found someone in life that makes you happy then there is no restriction on being with them just because of numbers.

Answer 274

No. Age doesnt matter. What truly matters is how much you love that person. Love is more important than age. Age is just a number, love is much much more. So no it doesnt matter

Answer 275

For me no... Cause if you do really love, age or whatsoever that's not the measurement to have a good relationship..

Answer 276

Depends, if you re 30 and she s 25 or 20 then no, if you re 20 and she s 15 then yes.

Answer 277

Other than that, the only potential concern would be if you were financially dependent on this older person. That sometimes makes for an abusive relationship/dynamic where one person holds power over you.

Answer 278

Only to old, fat women. They can't STAND to see a relationship with an age difference.

Answer 279

I don't think it matters as long as both people are adults. That way no-one in the relationship can get in legal trouble.

Answer 280

Age doesn't matter, what really matters is the maturity level of both people.

Answer 281

Well sometimes the guy can become a creep, and other times he's sweet, but it would be totally awkward, I think anyways, but I think that it's not worth it, tbh it really depend who it is, I mean this girl in my school dated a 20 Yr old guy, he raped her and kidnapped her... But well yeah it just depends who it is.

Answer 282

Of course age matters, in terms of sex, how the couple interacts and communicates and their level of maturity can all have a major impact on the relationship itself,

Answer 283

does age gap matter: not a bit



im 26 and date high school freshman girls all the time because i can drive them to quite locations and have fun :)

Answer 284

In my point of view, age doesn't matter as long as u love each other. If u mean as in love relationships.

Answer 285

Not really appart from legal sex ages. Age is just a number and in a relationship you never notice it

Answer 286

It can make a difference, but not always, my sister has been happily married to a man 20 years younger, and they're still as solid as ever.

Answer 287

I do not think so. if two people love each other then there is no place for the third person (age). My wife is 10 years smaller than me but we are a happy couple.

Answer 288

If one is not legal and the other is, age does matter. If they are adults who love each other, age shouldnt really play a part

Answer 289

Usually they don't matter nearly as much as people think they do. A lot of the stigma is caused by feminists indoctrinating people into thinking it is wrong simply because they hate when men date younger women.

Answer 290

Heres a good formula to go by. The youngest person you should date is half your age plus 7 years.

Answer 291

Only in polygamy when involved older men

deny sexual prospects with younger males.

Local law enforcement has been utilized to

further this control by felons like Warren Jeffs.

Answer 292

Apparently in younger ages, im in 7th grade and I like a highschooler but he thinks im creepy because im younger than him. If you're young, but if you're older like my grandpa was 10 years older than my grandma so I dont really think so but thats what my new generation is.

Answer 293

It must. I'm 81 now and having a hell of a time finding an 18 year old girl to go out with me. LOL LOL

Answer 294

Well if both people have left school then it shouldn't matter, I'm 18 and me boyfriends 20, trust me lads are immature no matter how old, ya gotta love them tho 😜

Answer 295

It depends on how big the gap, because if you guys are at two different points in your life then it wont work

Answer 296

Yes

Answer 297

To me it does, if you date someone a lot older than you then think about whats gonna happen when you gut old. When you're ready to retire they are gonna be on their death bed. Then you get to spend the last 1/4 of your life by yourself...not fun... If you date a younger person, then I would just worry about them finding a different younger parter when you get old..

Answer 298

If you are a minor and your dating a "adult" if they tell you age is just a difference, remember jail is just a room. If you are both minors i don't think it matters as long as they are not 8 or something

Answer 299

Yes

Answer 300

Yes

Answer 301

Age is just a number

Answer 302

Yeah. My dad got my mom pregnant when she was 15. He was 20. He messed up my life, my sisters', and my mom's. It could affect a child's life. Maybe I'm wrong. All I know is my dad was abusive/rapist/mental.

Answer 303

Yes depending on the situation, it matters more A LOT in teen years, a decent bit in your 20s, and only a little in later years.

Answer 304

Yes

Answer 305

Yes

Answer 306

It shouldn't. You love who you love. If society feels differently then society can buzz off. They don't say anything when a 47 marries a 26 year old.

Answer 307

In my opinion. No. Age is just a number, it only tells you how long you have been living on this planet!



Age

Height & weight are all just insignificant numbers 😊

Answer 308

I was recently with a guy who was eight years older than me. The only thing i hated was the fact that he was making references to things i didnt know about. Only because he was born in the 80s and i was born in the 90s. If you are both over 18 then your good!

Answer 309

Depends how big is the gap. If it's very big yet it matters.

Answer 310

Of course. Regardless of how often you hear otherwise, age matters. There will be a few examples of people who can make it work long-term, but they are exceptions.

Answer 311

yes at some point if to large .. at some point you lives will be at different points and may not want or be able to have the same things . it is something if your in a relationship with some one several years older or younger .

Answer 312

AGE IS A NUMBER..





































THAT MATTERS

Answer 313

It depends on the age for example a twenty year old dating a sixteen year old is weird, but if a thirty year old is dating a twenty five year old it's not weird. It just depends

Answer 314

No as long as both r legal age. I know I love older men so no age don't unless it sexual relationship

Answer 315

It depends if its a 21 year old dating a 56 year old and they are totally different than yeah that does matter.

Answer 316

Yes

Answer 317

USUALLY, yes, but there are exceptions. When I was 50, my live-in GF was 27 ( Chinese ). ( Absolutely beautiful ). We were together for 5 yrs. ! We still stay in touch, even to this day; I'm now 75 !

Answer 318

No it doesn't matter, cause my aunt and uncle are 20 years apart. So when my aunt was born, my uncle was 20 years old. Think about that

Answer 319

My wife is 26 years younger and we've just had our first baby...age matters, it matters heaps...

depends how much it matters to the couple involved..the rest can go fnck 'emselves

Answer 320

It can. If someone is middle aged and has a "been there done that" attitude, that can hinder a young person who hasn't had a chance to see the world yet.

Answer 321

Depends. I don't think you should date someone that is 15-50 years older than you.

Answer 322

Only if it matters to someone in a relationship.

Answer 323

Not really

Unless she or he is 14 and you're like 21

Answer 324

Yes

Answer 325

No 18 and over is fair game. Maturity level/compatibility of the individuals will play a important part in making it work.

Answer 326

Maturity level and your goal in a relationship are Key factors. Id say it Varies

Answer 327

Yes

Answer 328

I think so I mean you wouldn't want a 14 year old with a 40 year old it's to young

Answer 329

No. Age does not matter, nor does money. It is all about attitude. If any of these things matter to any of you, then make sure prostitution is legal in your country (or jurisdiction).

Answer 330

As long as you're both 18 or older, it doesn't really matter. If you love one another and share common goals, desires, morals, etc., I think it can work.

Answer 331

Yes

Answer 332

Don't think it matters , I love Justin bieber and he's 7 years older

Answer 333

Yes it does...... Trust me I'm 19 and learned this the hard way with a 35 year old man.. They don't take you serious they just see you as sex. Don't get hurt stay away.

Answer 334

As long as everyone is a legal adult there's nothing wrong with it and I'm only talking about adult relationships and not teen relationships

Answer 335

I am in love with an older woman that I will not meet until Jesus returns. If both people share open communication and have the same core values then no it does not !

Answer 336

I think that its okay as long as both of you are adults and not a 14 year old dating someone at least and over 18.

Answer 337

Depends. Assuming you're both adults, anything less than 20 years is normal.

Answer 338

When you're in the right age.. No.. It doesn't really mater when you truly love each other... Age is just a number..

Answer 339

I date people much older, like 60's, more exciting and fulfilling relationship plus they buy me lots of dresses

Answer 340

i personally think once you hit 21 age is just a number, but there is times where i see some couples and its just plain gross lol. I think 0-13 years difference is acceptable anything beyond is gross but thats just me. Me and my husband are 8 years apart

Answer 341

Depends on the age gap and how long you are.

Answer 342

Every situation is different. In general no, but the circumstances need to be taken into consideration. As long as everyone is loving, respectful and happy, honest and consensual than fine.

Answer 343

as long as the two people are happy and it's not like a 50 year dating a 16 year old then it's fine

Answer 344

I am 41, and my husband is 36. We've been together for 12 years.

Answer 345

By social standards, dating someone older/younger can be frowned upon. However, if the individuals are happy then that's all that matters.

Answer 346

It depends on how big the age gap is.

Answer 347

If one or more members is under 18 yes

Answer 348

I think it depends ... there is a 10yearage gap between my parents so I guess its each to there own

Answer 349

Not really. My boyfriend is 14 and I'm 16 and we're just fine.

Answer 350

Yes and no. Honestly it just depends on the people dating. And this is why men should always be older bcz they're more matured that way bcz women mature faster

Answer 351

yes it does. because of the culture and how you were raised in those times. your 90s you will have 90s thinking your 20s 20s thinking. most people i met have around my same age. the culture is determined by outside factors not on your capability.

Answer 352

No of course not!!! lol I don't have a girlfriend, but I have a very very good female friend who is like 10 years older than me. She's sort of like a girlfriend. She does whatever she can to be there for me. :)

Answer 353

Young women who date older men are rendering themselves un-datable at his age. Young women can date young men and than have old men for when they are old. When they accept a date from an older man they accept that they should not get a date when they get older.

Answer 354

Yes and no I was with a guy who is much older than me and I was a believer for it but then it ends up not working out

Answer 355

If there are no ulterior motives, then no. Why should age be a barrier to love? We are not really the physical age we are anyway...Our real age is our spiritual age.

Answer 356

As long as both are classed as adults then age is not relevant only the feelings they have for each other

Answer 357

No. A 64 year old can be with a 22 year old

Answer 358

If you are over 18?

Answer 359

As long as shes 18 go for it

Answer 360

of-course age matter in all kind of relations ..way of thinking changes according to age ..way of liking things changes by the age ..way of wishes changes according to age same like there are a lots thoughts simply i can same it will be mismatch if there is huge difference in ages

Answer 361

Yes, someone young has a larger gap difference than someone who is an adult.

Answer 362

Depends on the context of the question. If she's younger and both are looking for sex in a younger older relationship it may not because both are getting out of the relationship what they want. (Older man for sex, younger woman for sex).

Answer 363

Well I'm 22, and my boyfriend is 19, but we're totally in love so...

Answer 364

Ok here's my stance on this. It really depends on how big the gap is and your age. Like a 17 year old and a 33 year old for example. That's gross. But like a 50 year old and a 60 year old. That's ok. Idk it just kinda matters on like if you're a minor or nah. Idk.

Answer 365

Yes it does. For one thing, I like to make references about music, tv shows, and other things from my childhood. It doesn't work out when the guy is like 5 years younger then me. He sits there clueless and doesn't know what the heck I'm talking about...

Answer 366

Nope

Answer 367

i think it can if it's big enough. I married someone who was only 7 yrs older than me and he acted like I was too young for different things, and sometimes would say "oh, you wouldn't know about that" because I was younger than him. I was smart enough to divorce his stupid a**.

Answer 368

I don't think so. As long as you're above the legal age

Answer 369

Yes, it definitely does. However, that doesn't mean it's a dealbreaker. Specifics may vary. A lot.

Answer 370

It depend on the person. I can say that I am more careful and I pay more attention when I date younger simply because we will most likely have different goals and ideals.

Answer 371

depends on the situation. if you're, say, 15, and having a relationship with a 30-year old guy, i doubt it is alright.

Answer 372

Phisical age is not necisarrlay a problem. Mental age might or might not be. Depending on the peopleinvolved.

Answer 373

No, my fiance is 14 years younger and we are in love. Just as long as the relationship stays good.

Answer 374

Hell yes! Do you want your 18 year old son or daughter dating someone who's 48!? I don't think so.

Answer 375

It shouldn't have to matter as long as the younger one is 18 or older.

Answer 376

Yes I don't want to date a child it's about maturity

Answer 377

My sister-in-law is ten years older than my younger brother. He is thirty six. They have been married for ten years and have four kids. It's about love.

Answer 378

I don't think it actually matters bc everyone will be of age eventually and you can't help who you love :)

Answer 379

Not as much as the thigh gap matters.

Answer 380

Age only matters when it comes to dating. Sex is all about the moment.

Answer 381

I have a rule that they can't be close to my parents age,lol. I love older men.

Answer 382

the age of those involved matters, iow between mature adults, who understand their differences it can work, but when there is a legal question, don't even try.

Answer 383

Actual age - No. Age you act - yes

Answer 384

I think it mostly matters when you're over 18 and try dating an underage person otherwise do you boo boo :P

Answer 385

Well it is quite weird cause my dads 34 and his girlfriend who he is engaged to is 22 I know very weird good thing I don't live with them

Answer 386

Yes. Especially when you want to have children or one turns into a senior citizen and the doesn't.

Answer 387

Age is just a number. Happiness is the most important thing.

Answer 388

An old fiddle can play a dam good tune ! That's what I say !

Answer 389

The box gap is all that matters.

Answer 390

No, as long as it isn't more than 10 years

Answer 391

Somewhat. Considering if I dating an average person yes. A celebrity... NOPE!

Answer 392

It matters when you are younger but after 17+ not so much.

Answer 393

yes it does, depends on the age gap

Answer 394

13 yrs with 20 yrs NO

20 yrs with 30 yrs fine

Answer 395

No. If there is love who cares about age

Answer 396

Yes maturity levels

Answer 397

No, as long as no one over 18 is having sex with someone under 18

Answer 398

Yes, run as far as you can. Don't look back and don't think twice. He is only using you and will keep you to myself and cheat on you.

Answer 399

No it does not what really matters is the love and care your giving to that person

Answer 400

Well It really doesn't matter, and even if your 18, and she's 13 just wait a few years to have sex, I really don't think it should matter

Answer 401

I used to think..age is just a number...but for some....YES AGE DOES MATTER~

Answer 402

depends on what your parents really think about it, and also how big the age gap is....

Answer 403

obviously it does your mind should match if you are older than er than she had a immature mind it make lot of problems in your relationship. and if you guys love each other and had already spend time then it should not cause a problem

Answer 404

It does not mtter true love knows no age boundaries

Answer 405

Not as long as you are both adults. I think compatibility based on personality and character is what matters more.

Answer 406

I would say no, but then again it really depends on the age difference and how old you are!

Answer 407

Just as long as its at the legal age more power to you

Answer 408

age is nothing but a number if you find your true love that is all that matters

Answer 409

Sometimes it does, sometimes it doesn't. It depends on other factors too. If they are both legal adults, it matters less.

Answer 410

Not if it is below 10 years, if you ask me. The lower the better, anyway. You two would clash later on in your relationship.

Answer 411

ages does matter because there is a compatibility and something known to share and to relate to

Answer 412

it depends on the age gap

Answer 413

Love is love, and that's that. But, it could get someone in jail or in trouble. Or just judged.

Answer 414

If there is a greater difference in money than there is in age, money will always win.

Answer 415

I wouldn't be with someone older because then they will die before me so that I would be alone for a few years until I die as well.

Answer 416

im 22 my bf is like 39

Answer 417

Absolutley not, love is love and age shouldnt matter. Unless their about to die or something.

Answer 418

Nah

Answer 419

Nah

Answer 420

Yea

Answer 421

not if you are a sexualy helping out,meaning do what she should tell you. im 57 and do the things to keep her home,she half my age ,I love it,cant read her mind, but she don't stray

Answer 422

If it was me I wouldn't date older men like 40 & up

Answer 423

i don't think it does, as long as two people love each other and are committed to the relationship then who cares

Answer 424

Depends on how big the gap is

Answer 425

Not really if its within 10 years. And your not real young

Answer 426

Depends on hiw big the gap

Answer 427

As long as you're both legally consenting adults- (both over the legal age of consent), no.

Answer 428

Depends on how long the gap is.

Answer 429

Not if your a legal adult.



Anyone from 18-99 can dates so long as they are consenting.



😊 😀

Answer 430

It depends on how big the gap is

Answer 431

As long as you are adults you shouldn't care about what other people think

Answer 432

Yes it does, but matters less as you get older.

Answer 433

sometimes it might work out but other times, no. My dad was born in 1942 and my mom wa born in 1970, they fought continuously.

Answer 434

I think it would depend on how big the gap is.

Answer 435

It depends on the maturity level of each person not their age.

Answer 436

Yes, especially maturity level

Answer 437

It doesn't. As long as there isn't a pedofile it's okay hahaha

Answer 438

in my opinion if it's love then it's love. age can't change that! if that's how you feel then you've got to trust that and go for it.

Answer 439

It usually does not matter to the older person but may matter to the younger.

Answer 440

For me, yes



within 3 years, ok

Answer 441

Both should be over 18 in my opinion.

Answer 442

I think it's fine as long as they're both adults or both minors.

Answer 443

Half + 7 rule my friend

Answer 444

Depends on your age at the time I suppose

Answer 445

It really doesn't but some people find it disturbing, in other words it depends...😀

Answer 446

No it doesnt matter. but best couples have near age.

Answer 447

Depends on the ages

Answer 448

True love is what truly matters

Answer 449

Yes it does because if people are at different stages in their lives then they can have different priorities. That can make for turmoil and incompatibility.

Answer 450

Yes, I'm sorry but it definitely is a problem.

Answer 451

No! age doesn't matter so long as the matter doesn't age.

Answer 452

Age is just a number~~~

Answer 453

No it doesn't. As long as you love each other, age doesn't matter.

Answer 454

If someone's under-age then yeah...

Answer 455

no age doesn't matter, personality match does

Answer 456

Depends on the ages

Answer 457

Yes.

Answer 458

If age is just a number, then jail is just a room.

Answer 459

Yes it matters.

Answer 460

Yes, they must be of equal age.

Answer 461

To me no! I have dayed older guys and younger. Just depends on how you click.

Answer 462

I mean I dated a 6 year old once, and it was pretty good **** you know? she ended up getting AIDs cause she was a cheatin hoe, so I had to dump her ***

Answer 463

It depends on the age but ya it can

Answer 464

It doesn't matter as long as the pair respect each other and love each other.

Answer 465

As long as an adult is not dating a underage person is completely fine.

Answer 466

I'm 75 and my wife is a hot, horny, 21 years old !!!

Answer 467

naw im dating a 16 year old girl and im 25.

Answer 468

Not if adults are concerned. But if you are talking about a minor and an adult, then of course not possible; jail time for the adult for sure.

Answer 469

Sometimes

Answer 470

I think height matters more actually

Answer 471

It really just depends on the maturity levels of both people.

Answer 472

Yes.

Answer 473

They only those who,that don,t finish with inside family or relations of them selves,with attitudes of them ,are who that we go be following up with them or they are cut away from us !

Answer 474

Yes, as you are older, you understand things different. So you change. The more different you are, the more different your relationships

Answer 475

Depends whether the male or female is older

Answer 476

No it doesn't,as long as love is there

Answer 477

if they are both over 18 then it really depends if they have a similar lifestyle.

Answer 478

It is going to matter eventually.

Answer 479

In tv lounge it does not matter, but in bedroom it does

Answer 480

Ever watch "Harold and Maude?"... There is no "reason" or "logic" to love. Age is meaningless unless someone gives it meaning.

Answer 481

Well im a school teacher, and let me tell you these girls are nasty haha. Ive had sex with many of the girls here and it was the best sex ive had in years

Answer 482

yes

Answer 483

Well it is if you are extremely young and get with someone a lot older.

Answer 484

when i was 34 i dated a 19 year old...and it didnt work out.

Answer 485

Yes and no. If one of the people is young and the other is more mature then there can be issues.

Answer 486

As far as how it effects ones beliefs, it can matter.

Answer 487

Well as long as it's legal.I don't see what's the problem.

Answer 488

not in mine,myhusband was 6 yrs. older than me, we were married 37 yrs.before he passed away

Answer 489

As long as you two have some things in common, not at all!!

Answer 490

Its probably a deal breaker if one wants children and the other can no longer do this.

Answer 491

Of course it does. Only very naive people would say otherwise.

Answer 492

half your age and add 7 anyrthing younger is wrong

Answer 493

Thou shall not judge

Answer 494

age is just a number and jail is just a f*cking room

Answer 495

any age is Ok

as long as the other

agrees with the other

good luck

with your future now.

Answer 496

It depends on maturity and how serious you are as a person

Answer 497

It only matters if you care.

Answer 498

not always importantto consider, you can have someone your age and he or she may be immature or someone alot older and he may fit right in to your character,

Answer 499

In some cases, yes. In others, no.

Answer 500

what is the age gap.

Answer 501

If your worried about it then you have your answer. Who cares if your in love and you are both consenting adults.

Answer 502

no if you are in love i don't think it matters

Answer 503

It really depends how much we are talking

Answer 504

over 18 is my only requirement.

Answer 505

depends on how big the gap is

Answer 506

Depends on the age and the circumstances

Answer 507

II don't even know men

Answer 508

loaded question. allot depends on what kinda relationship it is

Answer 509

I don't think so

Answer 510

Depends on so many factors.

Answer 511

To be honest I think it depends

Answer 512

Nah not really

Answer 513

If you're a pedophile, it does.

Answer 514

Yes, to an extent.

Answer 515

i hope not im 31 and she is 19 and we get on great.

Answer 516

Not if the two are in love with each other and not just for the sex either.

Answer 517

That really depends on the situation.

Answer 518

If their age is off the clock, theyre ready to take the ****.

Answer 519

no it don't matter to me as long as the other is rich lol

Answer 520

Yeah probably.

Answer 521

nope, as long as the girl is younger than the guy it doesnt matter at al

Answer 522

It depends on a lot of things...

Answer 523

no it doesn't, at least you have a relationship #savage

Answer 524

Kind of, but if you are into eachother then screw age, be together.

Answer 525

yes it matters

Answer 526

yes

Answer 527

Yes, it does

Answer 528

To a great extent.

Answer 529

not really. I think its based more on maturity and compatibility

Answer 530

As long as no feeling

Answer 531

Yes, it does.

Answer 532

it does in high school. after that not so much. its more about maturity level than anything

Answer 533

Does not make any difference.

Answer 534

Depends on the two individuals.

Answer 535

No. I don't think so.

Answer 536

"if her age is off the clock she's ready for the ****" - Robert Frost

Answer 537

As long it is legal then it is fine

Answer 538

no but as long as you're both either legal or illegal

Answer 539

I don't think so

Answer 540

Depends on the person. But to me, no

Answer 541

can it affect? yes,possibly

does it matter? no! doesnt have anything to do with compatibility

Answer 542

That depends.

Answer 543

Not really, just so long as everyone is an adult.

Answer 544

Not really

Answer 545

No ! I have relationship (sexual) with my friends dad.

Answer 546

Not really

Answer 547

Kind of

Answer 548

Only if it allowed to, Eugenia.

Answer 549

Not really

Answer 550

Depends on how mature both people are...

Answer 551

80% yes, 20% no~!

Answer 552

It does matter.

Answer 553

COUGARS ARE HOTTER AND SEXIER THAN YINGER WOMEN SO NIT AGE DIFFERENCE IT IS MORE PREFRENCE.

Answer 554

dont believe in age differences bcoz..if u truely luv somone it never matters tht he is older,fatter,smatter than u it only matters that how much u luv him & how much u support him......thts it!!!!!!!!!

Answer 555

Unless it's illegal no

Answer 556

personally i dont think it matters. love is unpredictable, anything might happen :)

Answer 557

It all depends on maturity.

Answer 558

For me yeah it does

Answer 559

It depenends

Answer 560

Of course you derp.

Answer 561

nope unless its underage with a legal adult

Answer 562

If one of you is underage then yes. If not, then not really no.

Answer 563

it really depends on the maturity level between the two-

Answer 564

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2R_1g3wjP98

Answer 565

Sometimes... It actually depends...

Answer 566

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qo6ThAf_hoY

Answer 567

it depends on two people involved.

Answer 568

What do you mean like with a penis or something?

Answer 569

All I will say is as long as all adults Not all ..

Answer 570

depends

Answer 571

it can sometimes, i guess it really boils down to the situation and how old

Answer 572

none whatsoever. If she is old enough to bleed she is old enough to breed.

Answer 573

True,I am become brave,like me if they are big,is advantage with it (.)!

Answer 574

Yes, it does.

Answer 575

uh yea

Answer 576

if you love eachother then feck the view of others

Answer 577

Not when there is money involved

Answer 578

yes it does in some.

Answer 579

Jast no

Answer 580

No. If they do have good understandings

Answer 581

Not always

Answer 582

eh

Answer 583

no if you two are really right for eachother

Answer 584

Not at all

Answer 585

Not at all

Answer 586

no but i do believe the older one is more mature

Answer 587

huh

Answer 588

nah

Answer 589

eah

Answer 590

nope

Answer 591

Not really.

Answer 592

Not really.

Answer 593

it depends on the people involved

Answer 594

kinda

Answer 595

NOT IF HE IS RICH AND CAN STILL SIGN HIS NAME ON A WILL.

Answer 596

it can if the person is younger it can be considerd illegal and you can be considerd a pedofile

Answer 597

I'm almost 26 and my bf is 20 people say that's too young lol idk he acts more adult then me lol

Answer 598

no it doesn't matter

Answer 599

Well as far as the law is concerned....

Answer 600

hahhaah lil bit... yeah

Answer 601

it dosent matter at all

Answer 602

it does not matter

Answer 603

Ya.

Answer 604

Not if u love them

Answer 605

No not really.

Answer 606

it depends

Answer 607

Nor, not necessarily.

Answer 608

it depends

Answer 609

depen

Answer 610

D:<

Answer 611

YUP SOMETIMES, IT REALLY DEPENDS ON YOU AND YOUR PARTNER

Answer 612

for me it doesn't

Answer 613

No

Answer 614

No

Answer 615

No

Answer 616

No

Answer 617

No

Answer 618

No

Answer 619

No

Answer 620

No

Answer 621

No

Answer 622

No

Answer 623

No

Answer 624

No

Answer 625

No

Answer 626

No

Answer 627

No

Answer 628

No

Answer 629

No

Answer 630

No

Answer 631

No

Answer 632

It can do

Answer 633

No....its more fun that way.

Answer 634

YES.

Answer 635

ye

Answer 636

um. clearly not.

Answer 637

NOT IF HE CAN GET IT UP

Answer 638

sometimes

Answer 639

no

Answer 640

no

Answer 641

no

Answer 642

no

Answer 643

no

Answer 644

no

Answer 645

no

Answer 646

no

Answer 647

no

Answer 648

no

Answer 649

no

Answer 650

no

Answer 651

No.

Answer 652

No.

Answer 653

No.

Answer 654

No.

Answer 655

No.

Answer 656

c ffmm

Answer 657

**** you all

Answer 658

No answer my question please

Answer 659

dunno sometimes