Are Dating Apps Killing Romance?

Today's episode focuses on how dating apps are impacting relationships and mental health. References: Coffey, J. K., Bond, D. K., Stern, J. A., & Va Why, N. (2022). Sexual Experiences and Attachment Styles in Online and Offline Dating Contexts. International Journal of Sexual Health, 34(4), 665-678. https://doi.org/10.1080/19317611.2022.2110349Cruz, J. J. D. L., Punyanunt-Carter, N. M., & Wrench, J. S. (2023). Dating App Communication: Personal Characteristics, Motives and Behavioural Intent. Media Watch, 14(2), 131-154.Khamassi MK, Trabelsi Y, Mtiraoui A, Nakhli J. The Impact of Online Dating on External Validation and Self-Perception. European Psychiatry. 2025;68(S1):S704-S705. doi:10.1192/j.eurpsy.2025.1432Lopes, M. R., & Vogel, C. (2019). Gender differences in online dating experiences. It happened on tinder: Reflections and studies on internet-infused dating, 31-47.Stephure, R. J., Boon, S. D., MacKinnon, S. L., & Deveau, V. L. (2009). Internet-initiated relationships: Associations between age and involvement in online dating. Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication. The brain and swiping for Love . Kenyon. (n.d.). https://digital.kenyon.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1045&context=skneuro