In the same study, about 20 percent of the 15-year-olds said they were currently in a romantic relationship. You may hope your child waits until hes out of adolescence to become attached, but the study proves that young love does happen.

Can a 5 year old fall in love?

They were only in kindergarten. In fact, experts say, age 5 or 6 is the moment when romantic love first arrives. Boys and girls begin to notice each other. They develop loyalties.

At what age do kids feel love?

Showing Their Love Before 8 months of age, a babys signs of affection are rather subtle. That is, until stranger anxiety and separation anxiety kick in.

Is it normal for a 5 year old to have a crush?

Although Jamies infatuation caught me off guard, experts say that kids commonly have their first crush when theyre 5 or 6. Younger children focus their love on their family, explains Cynthia Langtiw, Psy. D., assistant professor at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.