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Swipe right? Dating apps linked to body image pressures

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A study by Adelaide University suggests that dating apps like Bumble, Tinder, and Hinge may contribute to body image pressures among young adults, with women more affected by validation-based feedback and men facing increased rejection pressures. Researchers highlight the need for media literacy to address these issues.

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“A study by Adelaide University found that dating apps may be undermining how young adults see their bodies.”
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“The study surveyed 118 young adults aged 18–34 who spent an average of 44 minutes a day on dating apps.”
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“Nearly three-quarters of participants used multiple dating apps, with Hinge being the most popular.”
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Hinge is an online dating application. The app displays potential matches one at a time and allows the user to dismiss or attempt to match by responding to a specific piece of information on the other…
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“For women, body confidence was closely tied to validation and perceived 'success' on dating apps.”
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“Women using dating apps were more accepting of appearance-modifying behaviors like cosmetic surgery and unhealthy weight-control practices.”
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“For men, body image was influenced more by frequency and intensity of app use rather than validation.”
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“Globally, more than 350 million people use dating apps, with growth expected to exceed 450 million.”
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“The study was published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships (2025) with DOI: 10.1177/02654075251409556.”
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