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When should teens be allowed to date?

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We all know that putting two hormonally-charged teens together can be dangerous but dating is a natural part of growing up. When is the most appropriate time for a teen to start dating though?

At the age of 13 years old, is your teen too young? Then again, if you make them wait until they're 17, then won't they be distracted from their matric exams? There are so many factors to be taken into account.

Here are some articles about the possible challenges when teens date:

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There’s none so queer as folk

Sugar daddy syndrome

I don't like her boyfriend!

'I kissed a girl'

What do you think? At what age should teens be allowed to date? Vote and have your say below:
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