No, 18 and 19 year olds are not considered children.
Here's why:
- Age of Majority: In most countries, including the United States, 18 is the age of majority. This means that at 18, a person is legally considered an adult.
- Legal Rights and Responsibilities: Upon reaching the age of majority, individuals gain various legal rights and responsibilities, such as the right to vote, enter into contracts, own property, and serve in the military. They also become legally responsible for their own actions.
- Developmental Stage: While 18 and 19 year olds may still be developing physically and emotionally, they are generally considered to have reached a level of maturity where they can make their own decisions.
Therefore, based on legal and developmental standards, an 18 or 19-year-old is considered an adult, not a child.
