Please don't give up. I'm a woman who stuttered my entire life until I became fluent at 70. Though I didn't have much of a dating life in my teens, I was married to a wonderful professional man right out of University, who was never embarrassed or uncomfortable, by my stuttering; Who never looked away or looked like he pitied me. Though it seems difficult now, things can change despite having a speech impediment. You are worthy of everything anyone else receives. Teenage Good is a nightmare for almost everyone. Our handicaps make us feel more unworthy of love and companionship, but there is someone who will see beneath the surface and love the whole person you are. It's more likely that a person more mature than another youth will have the opportunity to value you for who you are, regardless of your speech impediment. Keep learning and developing yourself. Get your education and never stop seeking better speech if only for yourself. Don't give up on your career goals. Achieving milestones will add to your confidence. Society is much more accepting of differences and inclusive now than in the past. Your life will improve. Good luck, Sue