We present an exploratory study examining why people in a relationship use Tinder and whether they score higher on certain (dark) personality traits compared to single users non-users committed relationship. Our results indicate that non-single differ significantly nine motives from users. Moreover, generally report number of romantic relationships, French kisses, one night stands, casual sexual relationships with other In terms traits, lower Agreeableness Conscientiousness, Neuroticism...

This study examined how avatar body size (normal, obese) and opponent character influenced physical activity while male participants played an exergame. Males operating normal weight avatars showed more than those using obese avatars. Perceived body-size differences moderated the effect of appearance on activity. Participants decreased when was perceived as slightly their avatar. also character. We discuss theoretical implications applications virtual characters to increase gamers' These...

The present study was conducted to explore the cognitive processes linking people's perceptions of their mobile dating app experience and intention commit infidelity. Three hundred ninety-five participants were recruited through a U.S. based university (44.6%) MTurk (55.4%). Our results indicate that perceived success on positively associated with infidelity self-perceived desirability, negatively amount available partners. These findings are discussed in light theories relational investment.

This article examines media coverage of sexual assault cases on college campuses using content analysis methodology. Utilizing Attribution Theory and Media Framing, this analyzes the methods frequency in which language news stories assigns or minimizes attribution. Key variables include references to alcohol consumption, clothing, Greek systems, case management by school administrators. discoveries were made, including journalists’ use showing support doubt victims. study has implications...

The goal of this study was to explore the positive association between concern related COVID-19 and single individuals’ perceived changes their partner preferences. In addition, we investigated mediating role fear being single. Results indicated that people with greater an increase in importance stability, family commitment, physical/social attractiveness, as well Fear only negatively predicted whereas it positively stability commitment. Thus, most cases, a for themselves become more...

This study explores how attachment orientation (i.e., people's characteristic approach to close relationships) is associated with dating application (app) users' motives and outcomes. We collected data from 395 current app users. Regression analyses showed that anxiety positively predicted all motives, whereas avoidance traveling, but negatively pass time/entertainment. Logistic regression a decreased likelihood for people higher scores on meet up other In similar vein, users while in...

A longitudinal survey study was conducted to examine which strategies for reducing cognitive dissonance were used among men engaging in infidelity. Data collected two waves, 1 month apart ( n time1 = 1514, time2 425), from a sample of male users Ashley Madison, “married dating” site targeting who are seeking engage Because perpetrators infidelity may justify their behaviors differently depending on whether they cheated an online environment, both and offline considered. Results indicated...

Although it has been established that sexual content is common in popular music, the extent to which this references cheating behaviors unclear. Given prevalence of infidelity among Americans, important examine how portrayed media targeted young adult listeners. To explore these portrayals, we conducted a analysis 1,500 most pop, hip-hop, and country songs United States over 25-year period examining frequency nature music. Findings revealed was discussed approximately 15% frequently hip-hop...

The COVID-19 pandemic upended home life for couples across the globe. Many faced increased relational uncertainty and interference from a partner as result of stay at lockdown orders. This study uses turbulence theory to examine how (a) (b) interdependence are associated with cognitions emotions about needing space conversations partner. We links between perceptions turbulence. In first months pandemic, 609 adults in romantic relationship 29 countries completed an online survey. Relationship...

This study examines digitally enabled mate poaching on Ashley Madison, an online dating platform for extradyadic affairs. To explore as a potential explanation what drives users of Madison to transition their relationships offline encounters, we conducted multinational survey 1,676 (88.5 percent male, Mage = 50.98). Participants provided open-ended data about objectives, which ranged from short-term sexual encounters long-term and emotional affairs new exclusive relationships. Structural...

Given that exposure to sexual messages in song lyrics can influence sociocultural norms and expectations surrounding consent communication between partners, we sought understand the types of regarding initiation language are available media consumers. Through lens script theory, conducted a quantitative content analysis pop (n = 197), hip-hop 193), country songs 194) from 2016 2019. Differences these were examined across singer gender, music genre, time (pre- vs. post-#MeToo). Results...

The current study examined how exposure to a depiction of sexual infidelity on television influenced women’s responses hypothetical infidelity. In addition, we three individual factors as moderators for these effects: experience with infidelity, concern, and loyalty concern. laboratory experiment, young women were exposed media narrative featuring either romantic relationship, the same relationship but one partner engaging in sex outside or control before completing measures reactions...

Romantic confidence is central to relationship initiation. Though previous studies have found that anxiously- and avoidantlyattached individuals differ in their romantic self-concept, none examined these variables an online dating context. The current study the associations between attachment orientation app users' confidence, perceived partner availability, initiation behaviors on apps. A student nonstudent sample completed survey. Contrary our expectations, anxiety was positively related a...

People's beliefs about sexual consent can have far-reaching consequences, from forming opinions a assault case while serving as juror to attending partner's verbal and nonverbal cues during encounter. In this study, we examined the extent which sexism, attitudes towards consent, norms predict perceptions of risk related communication, or more specifically, absence communication. Undergraduate students (N = 217) participated in an online survey study. Results revealed that participants'...

To decarbonize the energy sector, clean plans with a tremendous quantity of renewable integration are emerging globally. New York State (NYS) has one most ambitious targets to realize carbon-neutrality by 2040. investigate feasibility this plan, starting point plan is analyzed on modified representation NYS power grid. Historical data for 2019 used model spatiotemporal co-variability load and virtual outputs at hourly intervals. Optimal flow analysis simulated daily basis full year examine...

Understanding effects of televised depictions sexual consent communication on adolescents is important, given that many individuals experience their first romantic and relationships during this developmental period. Using the theory planned behavior as a framework, we examined how portrayals verbal non-verbal in adolescent-directed programming influenced attitudes, perceived norms, behavioral control regarding among sample (ages 12–17, N = 130). We also adolescents’ anxious attachment...