"Imagine yourself waiting in a queue at a coffee shop. You could chat with the friend next to you while you wait to place your order. Or you could both pull out your phones, check for messages on a dating app, and begin swiping. Online dating apps can feel addictive: Swiping is fun, only positive feedback is received (likes or matches), and the apps can be used anywhere at any time."
"Consider your answer to the six questions below. Do you keep thinking about and using dating apps? Do you use dating apps to improve your mood? Do you feel as though you need to keep spending more and more time on dating apps? Do you experience unpleasant feelings when you stop using dating apps? Does your use of dating apps interfere with relationships, work, or other activities? Do you fall back into old habits when you try to cut down on dating app use?"
Dating apps offer convenient, anytime access and reward swiping with positive feedback, which can encourage repetitive use. Problematic smartphone and internet use is associated with greater depression, anxiety, increased stress, and poorer sleep. Six assessment questions address preoccupation, mood regulation, tolerance of time spent, withdrawal feelings, interference with work or relationships, and relapse when attempting to cut down. Answering "yes" to any question indicates a potentially problematic relationship with dating apps. Practical strategies and behavioral changes can help reduce unhealthy use and restore balance to daily activities and wellbeing.
Read at Psychology Today
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