Problematic dating app and pornography use are linked to a weaker sense of meaning in romantic love
People who compulsively use dating apps and pornography tend to view romantic love as less existentially meaningful. New research suggests addiction-like engagement with these platforms is linked to a more pragmatic, fleeting view of romance.
A recent study published in BMC Psychology suggests that problematic use of online dating apps and pornography is linked to a weaker sense of meaning in romantic love. The research, conducted by lead researcher Reza Shabahang of Flinders University, indicates that compulsive engagement with these digital platforms can lead to a fractured understanding of romance. Participants who exhibited problematic behavior were more likely to view love as a practical arrangement rather than a meaningful, existential experience.
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