Your views on Underage Sex?

[Get_A_Grip_]

Woops. Double post, capatcha error.
Please delete.

 

[ShotgunZombie]

So the only thing that parent's and teacher's can actually do to help is inform them.

Unfortunately in the US abstinence-only education is becoming more widespread and, compared to no education, actually makes the whole problem worse.

Well, I wouldn't know about that. Never met a practitioner of abstinence you see.

 

[Shoqiyqa]

My god, what is wrong with some of you?! "If it's in the law then it's okay." That really is the worst kind of thinking one can adopt. ... Difference is, you're officially an adult at 18, ...

"Officially" differs from "legally" how, exactly, in this particular case?

Never met a practitioner of abstinence you see.

Neither have I, but I've met a few of their children.

 

[dantoddd]

when i was 24, I once hooked up with a 15 year old. But it felt wrong so i decided to drop her off at her place before i did something really regrettable. it's fairly easy to 'convince' girls around that age especially if you are a little older, show some sophistication and disposable wealth. I've seen plenty of 30+ years old sweep away teenage girls at clubs & parties with minimal effort. There in lies the problem. I don't think people around that age have a good enough understanding of what they are doing. In some sense they can't really say no, especially to older men

 

[TheDarkestDerp]

Simply put, old enough to do it? They're going to do it. Both people involved are mentally willing, physically capable, no emotional coercion? Not my place to give a shit.

 

[TehCookie]

Something kids need to realize is that sex makes babies! If they can handle the responsibility (whether it be safe sex every time or are prepared for consequences) fine, but for some reason I doubt most can. I know 18 year olds who can't do that.

 

[xXGeckoXx]

14 is my age of consent. I recon it's the age at which people start trying and it would be a shame to penalize the successful and lucky.

 

[peruvianskys]

I think most child psychologists and developmental specialists would tell you that a fourteen year old shouldn't be having sex. It's just not a good idea; neurologically, they aren't ready for it. I don't think the law should prevent teenagers from having sex with each other, but that doesn't mean parents and authority figures should just say, "Go nuts!" and hope everything works out for the best. Too many teenagers aren't mature enough to handle the repercussions of sex for it to be considered a valid activity at that age. Again, don't throw them in jail for it - it's not a crime, it's just a bad idea.

 

[Karma168]

I'm fine with it, as long as its not a 20 year old sleeping with a 14 year old (i know of examples of this). If they are roughly the same age and feel ready then let them.

In law i think it should be represented by a staggered system. a minimum age (say 12) below which sex is 100% illegal. Between this lower limit and a set upper limit (say 16) two people of similar age can legally have sex, if one party is above the upper limit it would be considered illegal. After they turn 16 they can sleep with anyone they like

 

[GenericPCUser]

Hmmm, I'd have to say it's okay, but only among people of a similar age group and so long as there is protection involved and both parties are educated enough that they understand what they are doing.

I personally became sexually curious at a very early age, so I can't really be against other people doing the same, but... It is a very gray area...

 

[Dr. Crawver]

...ironic I come on when there has been 69 replies anyway

well, the age limit I feel is more a guideline, and it's more about maturity. I've known 13 year olds more prepared and matured for sex than 18 year olds. We need these laws to stop abuse, but if both people are ready and consenting, then fair enough

 

[Mandalore_15]

I'm not really sure how I feel about it. If both are a similar age then no real problems I guess. Tbh with you I wish I had been younger when I first had sex...

 

[mega48man]

as long as it's consentual and both parties have passed purbity. i don't wanna see any 10 year old's gettin blow from 9 year old sally across the street.

and kids, where protection, or you're fucked.

and here's one for everyone not afraid to show it;

 

[Project_Omega]

What's your view on underage sex, then?
It can be anywhere from sluts going around doing it in the toilets with three people a day, or mature rational 15 year olds (I say 15 as it's close to 16 - legal age here) who have talked about it a lot, and decided that as long as they're very very careful, then it's a good thing, as they believe they're in love.
Do you find both situations to be the same? Both unacceptable as the law is the law, or both fine as it's their lives?
Basically, what do you think on the matter?

Edit: I just saw how this could appear. I'm only asking because we had to sit through an assembly at school on it, and I was wondering about your opinions.

Alright, let me just put things straight here.

Sex between younger people is fine with me as long as :

- It is made out of love, not lust or spite.
- Both parties are consenting and the same age (1 -/+ )
- Some safety measures are taken e.g. condom or birth control.
- You don't let it take over your life, ruin your love to her, or make you not achieve your grades.

I did it without my parents knowing, with a girl who at the time was the 'love of my life' , we took all precautions required, we were both the same age (16). We also happened to be both virgins when it happened, which made it all the more sweet.

Then we had it more and more often, and even when we tried to slow down we would do it again. Seriously, even if you have taken all the precautions, try to think if its really neccessary, or is a naked cuddle in bed enough.

 

[Verlander]

Don't bother me, but it's a slippery slope. The laws in place for paedophilia, and to an extent the minimum age restriction is there to protect kids from predatory adults. What kids do with each other is their own stupid mess.

 

[SeniorDingDong]

Well, teenpregnacy always gives nice gossip for years.

 

[Count Igor]

as long as it's consentual and both parties have passed purbity. i don't wanna see any 10 year old's gettin blow from 9 year old sally across the street.

and kids, where protection, or you're fucked.

and here's one for everyone not afraid to show it;

You put : instead of = in the link, just so you know.

 

[Brutal Peanut]

As long as they are 15+ , safe and consenting, I don't really care. Teens are teens. Highly sexual beings. Exploration with each other, and themselves is natural and shouldn't be restricted, but they should also have the information about sex that they need - why their bodies feel the way they do, and of course safety. I don't really feel comfortable with 15+ teens with adults 20+, but there isn't much I can personally do about it. That is up to the family, and the law.

What I do care about are schools teaching abstinence-only classes and not proper sexual education. Kids and teens need real information you morons. Abstinence-only classes should be an opt out option for certain people and their beliefs (etc) - but even then, I still think they should take proper sexual education.

 

[James Crook]

My rational mind says 16 is the big minimum, my testosterone says NOW, and my mind answers "stop thinking with your dick and use a condom!"

 

[J4RD]

I think it's probably a good idea to keep it illegal. Sure, SOME underage people can handle it. But the majority of them? It's probably best they wait a while to mature.