Can age difference relationships work?

Research adds a twist to why older woman seek out younger men. Theories state that from an evolutionary perspective, middle-aged women are "wired" to have more sex, especially with a younger, more virile man, because it is harder to get pregnant as she ages. So the more sex she has, especially with a younger man, the greater the chance of her getting pregnant becomes.

Bear in mind that although mutually enjoyable sex is a major benefit within this type of relationship, younger men will be hard pressed to find a woman wherein the sex is what it's all about. In other words, if you're seeking nothing more than a shag, or a "lesson", you're more likely to get it by pulling a drunk girl your own age in a club on Saturday night.

You've been warned!

With all of this fun, attraction, and sex, how could such a relationship go wrong? The answer lies in the picking. The reasons for picking a partner reflect heavily on the success or failure of a relationsh

If a an older woman, for instance, picks a younger man because she thinks she'll be more in control and therefore there's less of a chance of getting hurt,or, if she just wants a "trophy" that will impress others, then the success rate for these relationships will be low.

However, if she is picking her younger man because he enjoys the same things, they connect, and have lots of fun together the chance for long-term success is just as likely as in any other relationship.
In reality, age is not the problem -- different values, lifestyles, life stages, and poor relationship skills are.

If an older women or her younger man have different values, lifestyles, poor communication skills, the inability to compromise, and an unwillingness to understand their partner's viewpoint -- success is not likely. In addition with the couple being at different life stages it often creates major trouble for the longevity of their relationship.

The biggest deal breaker in many of these relationships is procreation itself. If the younger man wants to have children and experience fatherhood but the older woman has already raised her children and is now past this stage, the likelihood of them staying together for the long-term is not good.

As with any couple, if the relationship is built on love, respect, mutual interests, and great communication, a older women and her younger man may actually end up with a great long-term relationship!