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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.
Lynn Cadet is an experienced writer and research analyst specializing in relationship and consumer behavior trends. She leverages data-driven insights and comprehensive survey analysis to deliver evidence-based guidance for modern daters. With a strong foundation in research methodology and a commitment to accuracy, Lynn translates complex findings into practical advice, helping readers make informed decisions in their pursuit of meaningful connections. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida.
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Lillian Castro,Senior Editor
Lillian Guevara-Castro edits news content across all verticals at Digital Brands, applying her 30 years of experience as a writer and editor to take DatingAdvice articles to the next level. She has worked at The Atlanta Journal and Constitution, Gwinnett Daily News (GA), Gainesville Sun (FL), and The New York Times, where she covered lifestyle trends, among other topics. Lillian has a degree in journalism and communications from Georgia State University and brings her fact-checking expertise to ensure all content is accurate and engaging.
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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.
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