Some high school students opt to date, others decide to wait. While many parents, teachers, and peers make high school dating seem like a big waste of time, healthy relationships in adolescence can actually help shape identities and prepare teens for more positive relationships during adulthood.

Why is it good to date in high school?

In a few short hours, the boy and the girl have mastered three important qualities: communication, respect, and responsibility. High school couples who learn positive habits while dating often carry those skills into adulthood, making it easier to develop healthy, long-lasting relationships. Communication is vital.

Do people really date in high school?

And when does that happen? Boys and girls in the same grade account for about 42 percent of relationships, while older boys dating younger girls make up 40 percent of high-school relationships, and older girls dating younger boys make up 18 percent.