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writes:How old do you have to be before age doesnt matter? Im 22years old and i really like a girl who is only 17, 5years is a big difference at this age i think, although she doesnt act or look 17, i feel as though we are the same age but i know when we tell people there will be people who think bad of me. Am i wrong, should i not be looking at girls this young or am i worrying about nothing? Thanks Reply to this Question
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reader, rukio2 +, writes (3 February 2010):
 Well, the age gap thing is widely considered like this.
Half your own age, and plus 7 to it.
So if your 40, half it to 20, add 7, = 27. That is the normal lowest age for a 40 year old man.
If your 30, its 22.
If your 20, its 17 (anything much lower is nearly treading onto illegal).
And so forth. But this isnt a law, this was made from a poll of hundreds of thousands of peoples idea's, of whats the lowest age a specific age should go out with.
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reader, anonymous, writes (24 January 2010): i was 24 when i meet my ex(17) she told me she was older but buy the time i found out i was crazy about her..i still am...age is just a number and if you have true feelings then all you gotta do is take your time before you get to serious.
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reader, anonymous, writes (21 January 2010): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionGuys thanks for all your advice, she's actually 18 in march and as I said she acts and looks my age,which makes sense as to that girls mature quicker! it doesn't feel wrong, her mum and step dad are cool so thanks! X
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reader, lucy.whittaker +, writes (21 January 2010):
 Hey,
I went out with a 23 year old guy when I was 17, and although it didn't work out it was nothing to do with his age. Knew him through work and the age difference was something we never really noticed, other than that he could drive me around places and that he talked about Uni and graduating when I'd not even finished applying to go!! My parents were a little bit funny about the relationship, but that was largely because they didn't like me going out when I had exams. I wouldn't say there is anything wrong with an age gap of 5 years or so. Just do what feels right for you :)
Lucy x
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reader, heather108  +, writes (21 January 2010):
 I've always dated older guys, like from 3 to 7 years older, and I see no problem with the two of you hooking up and really, it's nobody's business but yours anyway. Good luck and have fun.
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reader, Love_is_all_youu_need +, writes (20 January 2010):
 Age is just a number, and in my opinion this age gap is absolutely fine!
But I think you should consider her parents feelings towards their daughter having a relationship with an older man like yourself. Make sure she talks to them about you, as it is important that they approve of the relationship, otherwise it could cause a lot of conflict.
Best of luck xx
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reader, PixiePie +, writes (20 January 2010):
 i've only just turned 18 and my partner is 23, our age doesn't have any bearing on the relationship we have.
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reader, Emaz help +, writes (20 January 2010):
 I'm 17. My ex was 23, the one before that was 26 and my current boyfriend is 29. It depends on the person whether they think age matters or not as as you can tell....personally, i dont lol although i do think 29 IS too old but you can't help who you fall for :)
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reader, anonymous, writes (20 January 2010): Over 20 years of age and age differences up to 10 years shouldn't matter much. More than 10 years and theres a huge risk of being in different stages of life. Teens can date teens, wait until she's at least 18 to start dating her, but I'd not date her at all if I was you, when she's under 20 and you are over, I'd say wait.
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reader, eyeswideopen +, writes (20 January 2010):
 What do her parents think? If you don't know, you'd best ask them.
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reader, StephJayne +, writes (20 January 2010):
 That age is fine :)
My parents have 6 years difference
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reader, CaringGuy +, writes (20 January 2010):
I don't think there's anything wrong with you going out with her. 5 years isn't that bad, and she is over the age of consent.
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reader, Boredatwork +, writes (20 January 2010):
 Im 25 and dating a 19 year old, we first got together when she was 17 (do the math yourself).
If you like he and she likes you go for it! people wont judge, and if my chance they do, screw them there probably not worth knowing anyway!
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reader, anonymous, writes (20 January 2010): as long as the age isnt an issue for u or the girl u got ur eye on, then dont make it a problem.. im 17 (altho poeple mistake me for being 25-28 all the time) and im with a guy whos 43.. we been togetehr 2 years and the key really is dont make a problem out of it. its not an issue for u so why make it one? as long as ur happy and look after each other, age doesnt matter! :)
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