So, my good friend (18m) had a falling out with his ex (19m) because the ex bullied him and also because he is apparently dating a 16f, so my friend thinks he is a pedophile for obvious reasons (adult + minor).
I can see why this would be considered bad but also, when I turn 16, my girlfriend will be 19 too, as I am currently a young sophomore who is about 3 years younger than her girlfriend, a senior.
I think pedophilia is more or less not a thing if you’re just three years apart and 18 years old.
Despite what the law sais 18 years don’t magically make you knowledgeable and reasonable.
Although, I don’t think relationships at 16 or 18 will last very long as you really are just children