Dating Ethics & Modernity

The Paradox of Choice in Dating Apps: Why Having More Options Makes Commitment Harder

In 2023, over 350 million people worldwide used dating apps. Tinder alone processes 2 billion swipes per day. We have more access to potential partners than any generation in human history. Yet loneliness rates have reached epidemic levels, with surveys consistently showing that young adults report fewer close relationships and more difficulty forming lasting romantic …