Is it normal to have not seriously dated by 18?

I'm an 18 year old girl and I've never really gotten into dating in high school or met any guys in college.

A lot of my friends have already at least had a boyfriend by my age, but I've always just had guy friends really.

Is this normal? And, uh, how do I fix this? I'm tired of being alone lol

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89% Normal
Based on 106 votes (94 yes)
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Comments ( 14 )
  • randomjelly

    There is no such thing as a serious relationship before 18. Don't worry...

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  • peterrabbyt2

    It isn't normal to be a virgin or to never have sucked a cock if you are 18...male or female...

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  • PHPMofo

    *insert "forever alone" meme here*

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  • knotty_moe

    IDK I am a guy in the same situation kinda think i scare myself out of relationships because of my lack in experience.

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  • glittereyes

    Totally agree with violet333 don't feel as though you need to be with someone just because eveyone else around you is all loved up. Be yourself and know who you are before getting into a relationship because by relying on others for your happiness will result in you being let down and heartbroken. If things go wrong you will always have your sense of self to fall back on. Girl be the best you can be it emotionally, physically(look wise,do your hair, make up) and mentally then you'll attract someone worthy of being called your boyfriend. Peace out.

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  • Im 18 and yeah its normal to not have seriously dated by 18, just wait for the right guy to come along with whom you know you'll have a good relationship with. Don't worry, things like this will happen in their own time so just stay cool =]

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  • randomjelly

    Again..no such thing. Don't stress.

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  • Ltown86

    This one is easy. It is normal so don't feel bad. Truly, few people are able to form relationships easily, especially romantic ones. Being that you have a lot of guy friends I think gives you an edge up. You should know how guys think and act and how to get to them. Also, you have to be willing to put yourself out there some. I guy will only approach you if he notices you and you keep his interest. FLIRT!

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  • Dress more sexy

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  • Deceiver

    dont put too much pressure on yourself about this..life comes first and then men.But its good to have a guy with ya.just talk to guys and be confident

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  • Ya sometimes it takes a while to find the right guy... Trust me

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  • Ghebulon

    Just try to get close to a guy (metaphorically speaking) and become really good friends with him. It is often that a guy will fall for his closest friend(s)

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    • McSlaughter

      Please don't listen to either Ghebulon or randomjelly.

      It's not a good idea to friend someone up with the intention of waiting around for them to fall for you. If the two of you like each other enough, there won't be time for friends unless you take it slow; that's cool too.

      Yes there are serious relationships before 18, and earlier. What he means to say is that these relationships usually don't last, which technically makes them less serious; however the feelings are very strong.

      Bugaboo has the right idea, screw the media, especially magazines (for girls by girls, where's the unbiased opinions?).

      Since we're on the subject of normality or not; being normal is NOT REQUIRED to be happy. In your teens, there is an identity crisis that happens; a need to define who you are by many means; music, clothing, sex etc. Later on, its about letting yourself be who you are and discovering what really matters in life to you.

      Relax and let things be, have fun and be open and you'll see that things work out in time.

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  • BUGABOO-666-

    Of course there's a such thing as a serious relationship at or before 18. I'm 18-years-old and have been dating my current (second) girlfriend since I was 15. I consider this to be a serious relationship due to the fact that neither of us can imagine life without each other. My whole family adores her and I honestly, purely love her – I'd do anything for her. However, I'd say that a relationship like this is quite rare for our age. I feel like I'm just extremely lucky to have met her. To this day, I don't even know what exactly sparked our relationship. So, yes, it is normal. I would actually recommend that you don't try too hard to find a serious relationship at 18. Focus more on getting your life together first (school, work, etc.) then if someone comes along about whom you have a good feeling, don't let it slip by. In the meantime, ignore the media, peers, and other pressuring beings. =]

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