Relationships
The Dark Side Of Dating Apps
Dating apps seemed to be the perfect answer to our longing for love, connection, and attention in a culture that has become isolated, lonely, and chaotic. But are they really the answer to our problems, or is there a darker side to our incessant swiping?
By Mia C. Gonzalez3 min read
Online dating, once an embarrassing last resort for hopeless, middle-aged singles, has taken the world by storm, one swipe at a time. The shameful aspect of turning to a screen in order to find a date has melted away and become a regular part of our daily routine. Just take a quick glance at almost any millennial’s phone and you’ll find how commonplace these apps have become.