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Sociocultural Influences on Dating Preferences

How societal and cultural factors influence dating preferences, including the impact of social media and dating apps.

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Jan 17, 2026
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How do reported age preferences on dating apps translate into actual partner choices and long-term relationship outcomes?

Reported age preferences on dating apps are imperfect predictors of who people actually contact and who becomes a long-term partner: stated filters and ideals often diverge from actual messaging, blin...

Jan 17, 2026

How have dating apps and social media changed the age and act preferences reported by men across different cohorts?

Dating apps and social media have reshaped what men report wanting across ages: platforms amplify long-standing tendencies for men to prefer younger partners while also exposing cohort differences in ...