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Below are the latest dating studies conducted by DatingAdvice.com and other researchers around the world. Stay informed by getting our studies feed via email, Twitter, or RSS.
The Leaders in Dating Research
Dating trends are changing all the time with every new generation. That's why we're constantly conducting surveys, interviews, and polls to stay in the know on everything from the latest hashtag to new legislation impacting dating life. We collaborate with sexologists, psychologists, and other experts to better understand all the current affairs in love, sex, and dating.
To ensure our studies offer complete coverage of the industry and meet our rigorous editorial standards, we deploy a step-by-step methodology to each piece of research we publish.
1. Trend Monitoring
We track cultural shifts, emerging conversations, and timely issues in dating and relationships. From viral content to new policies, we identify the trends shaping modern love while capturing what’s next.
2. Survey Design
Our team carefully designs unbiased surveys and polls. Each question is crafted to uncover meaningful insights into how singles (and couples) date, connect, and commit.
3. Expert Collaboration
We partner with psychologists, sexologists, and sociologists including leading voices from the Kinsey Institute to ensure our surveys are rooted in science and cultural context.
4. Data Collection
We collect data from diverse panels of participants across generations, genders, and orientations. This ensures our findings reflect today’s broad spectrum of dating experiences.
5. Analysis & Validation
Our editorial and research teams analyze the results, identify key trends, generational differences, and cultural insights. Every dataset undergoes quality checks for accuracy and reliability.
6. Storytelling & Publication
Finally, we translate our research into compelling, easy-to-understand content and trend reports resulting in insights that help singles, experts, and the media make sense of today’s dating world.
Sheena Holt comes to DatingAdvice with a BA in English and creative writing. Sheena's work has appeared in numerous literary and culture publications, including Lithium Magazine and Bayou Magazine. As Managing Editor for DatingAdvice.com, she has interviewed hundreds of dating professionals and relationship experts. Sheena also enjoys writing long-form fiction in her spare time to keep her storytelling skills sharp.
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Lillian Castro
Lillian Castro,Senior Editor
Lillian Guevara-Castro brings more than 30 years of journalism experience to ensure DatingAdvice articles have been edited for overall clarity, accuracy, and reader engagement. She has worked at The Atlanta Journal and Constitution, The Gwinnett Daily News, and The Gainesville Sun covering lifestyle topics.
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A first date often feels like a high-pressure environment for forming... Read Study»
It takes a lot of hard work and coordination to maintain a relationship. Beyond finding...
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Dating can sometimes feel like a cold game. You swipe past hundreds of people on dating...
Dating can sometimes feel like a cold game. You swipe past hundreds of... Read Study»
If you ask someone what their intentions are during a dinner date, most people would say...
If you ask someone what their intentions are during a dinner date,... Read Study»
From fake profiles to scam artists, singles have to consider a slew of safety concerns in...
From fake profiles to scam artists, singles have to consider a slew of... Read Study»
Our studies are covered regularly by major publications around the world. Contact our experts any time for media opportunities and additional commentary on any of our team's original research pieces.
Infidelity is a nightmare scenario for people in a committed relationship. Such a betrayal...
Infidelity is a nightmare scenario for people in a committed... Read Study»
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The atmosphere surrounding the World Cup is heating up, and we’re not... Read Study»
No one wants to go through the loss of a breakup. Breakups hurt. Unfortunately, they’re a...
No one wants to go through the loss of a breakup. Breakups hurt.... Read Study»
A new dating dealbreaker has entered the mainstream conversation, and it might just be on...
A new dating dealbreaker has entered the mainstream conversation, and... Read Study»
Attitudes toward cohabitation have changed dramatically over the years. Once seen as an...
Attitudes toward cohabitation have changed dramatically over the... Read Study»
There are several reasons why people stay in unwanted relationships. Some people stay due...
There are several reasons why people stay in unwanted relationships.... Read Study»