Getting into relationships and dating at a young age has a negative impact and adverse effects on young children and teenagers. Dating during the high school years has many disadvantages including poor academic performance, social disobedience and increased levels of delinquency, depression, pregnancy, and drug use.

What are the negative effect of dating?

Unhealthy, abusive or violent relationships can cause short term and long term negative effects, or consequences to the developing teen. Victims of teen dating violence are more likely to do poorly in school, and report binge drinking, suicide attempts, and physical fighting.

Is dating as a teenager Bad?

Dating, especially during the teenage years, is thought to be an important way for young people to build self-identity, develop social skills, learn about other people, and grow emotionally. Yet new research from the University of Georgia has found that not dating can be an equally beneficial choice for teens.