Online Dating
Twanaysia Gibbs, period 6
What is online dating?
It is a system that enables strangers to find and introduce themselves to new personal connections over the Internet, usually with the goal of developing a personal, romantic, or sexual relationship. (Wikipedia)
Why do people date online? & Tips/Cautions
People online date for many reasons, but most people say: They don't want help meeting someone, they have no time, they are fed up with the "meet market," and they want to find someone with common interests.
Tips and Cautions: Meet up safely, trust your intuition, watch for red flags, never post contact information, and set your expectations.
Who uses online dating: It has increased among adults under 25 as well as those in their late 50s and early 60s. Both genders use online dating.
7% of people say online dating was extremely unsuccessful, 12% say somewhat unsuccessful. 36% say it was somewhat successful, 10% say extremely successful.
Pros/Cons & Popular Sites
Pros: Meet people with the same values, you meet people outside of your geographic area, more convenient, less time-consuming.
Cons: Exposed to danger, it's addictive, many people lie.
Popular Sites: eHarmony, Tinder, ChristianMingle, Zoosk
Sources
- https://millionairedating.onluxy.com/pros-and-cons-of-finding-love-at-online-dating-sites-why-should-elite-singles-go-for-online-dating-service.html
- https://www.datingsitesreviews.com/staticpages/index.php?page=Online-Dating-Industry-Facts-Statistics
- http://health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/articles/2013/02/13/tips-for-safe-and-healthy-online-dating
- http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2016/02/29/5-facts-about-online-dating/
- http://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/a5629/why-people-date-online/