Question: Is 10 years a big age difference?

Romantic couples with a large age gap often raise eyebrows. Studies have found partners with more than a 10-year gap in age experience social disapproval. But when it comes to our own relationships, both men and women prefer someone their own age, but are open to someone 10-15 years their junior or senior.

Is 10 years a big age difference for marriage?

Studies have found partners in a 10-year age difference marriage are often subject to social disapproval. While most people prefer a life partner whos their age, a vast majority is open to the idea of spending their life with someone who is 10-15 years their junior or senior.

Is a 10-year age difference OK?

But according to Nelson, while there is no true age limit to dating between consenting adults, a 10-year age difference can mean partners grew up in different generations. “They listened to different music, came of age under different presidents, and have different references for their jokes,” Nelson told Insider.

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