why do some poeple not use manners

I agree. At least say; "Sorry" but it would be nice if they would say "Sorry, I'm looking for an X because of Y".

I don't care so much about gender, but sometimes I feel like I have issues only somebody of my own age or older could understand. For example if I'm venting about the process of leaving my school-years behind and becoming an adult, I don't want to vent to a 14 year old, no offense.

Okay, though I agree, I do know that a lot of the disconnections are due to site and internet error. It's been going on for the longest time. Though yeah, it is pretty hard to want to honestly help and then a person disconnects and you are like "well jeez..." As for the age and gender, I have to agree with The Giggle Blizzard. I'm 22 and I don't exactly want to hear from a 14 year old male about how to fix my 22 year old female problems. Then again, sometimes it is better to get the perspective of a younger person. I think it just depends on how people are feeling. Hang in there though, you sound like you honestly want to help and that is greatly appreciated!

I must admit. I have asked for age and gender and when I stated that they were too young to help me with that they were too young they felt insulted. Now I honestly believe that their maturity alone should have prompted them to have a bettter reaction. That is why I think some people will disconnect without any explanation because they do not want to get into a debate as to why they don't think you can help them. If a person is not comfortable talking to a particular age group then that is their business.

Thank you for those great responces.I havnt been turned off as i am always wanting to help people I know and dont.
Due to my age,hmmmm... over 30 haha and with many lifes ups and downs,bad health,problems with kids as they grow up and many more things ive had the experiance with, I like to help others
I also find mostly ,not always though,some one older is wiser and I know for my self it helps to speak to some one who may have been down that path before.
I just like a little manners thats all.I do know though that some people may be a little stressed out and just want to move on,especialy if like me, I dont give my age,Id rather let strangers know I am older than 30.Then If they feel I can help ,then thats great! If not just tell me .
Any ways... Ill still be here while my health allows.I wish Icould do more as many out there need it,including me once in a while.
Thank you again.