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Austin Lang has worked in writing and academia for more than a decade. He previously taught writing at Florida Atlantic University, where he graduated with a Master’s degree in English. His past experience includes editing and fact-checking more than 500 scientific papers, journal articles, and theses. As the Marketing Editor for DatingAdvice, Austin leverages his research experience and love for the English language to provide readers with accurate, informational content.
Something old is new again. The old-fashioned “sidewalk rule” is still widely practiced around the world, even though the conditions that necessitated it... Read More »
Love Is in the Air(port): Survey Reveals the Best Airports for Finding Love and Making Connections
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Quick admission, I am a study junkie. I love to read scientific studies. I’m a science dork, so I often read about new science, but I also want to keep... Read More »
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If love is a battlefield, then long-distance relationships are the trenches — and my aunt and uncle were the toughest soldiers on the field. I’ll never... Read More »
Dating as a gay person has changed a lot. For decades, people in the LGBTQ+ community had to hide their identity in the past to fit in or stay safe. But... Read More »
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Online dating is the main way for many people to meet their partners these days — but despite its undeniable popularity, it still comes with risks. Hiding... Read More »
I know a lot of people talk about Tinder as the most famous (notorious) dating app, but it isn't right for everyone. A senior person on the app is going to... Read More »
As a journalist, I began writing about relationships nearly 30 years ago, and I’ll admit it: I was trying to fix my own love life. Back then, I’d had a... Read More »
I’m coming in hot with a story to start us off. On the way to get tacos, my ex and I once got into an argument about an encounter we had with his friends a... Read More »
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The way people “launch” or announce their new romantic relationships online has evolved, especially for younger generations. While Facebook Official was... Read More »
Falling in love at first sight is all too easy. Staying in love is another matter entirely. A healthy relationship requires lifelong effort from both... Read More »
Ordering Takeout Might be the Reason You’re Single! New Survey Finds Cooking Can Improve a Relationship
Dating in today’s world has become somewhat of a mystery, and I know I’m not the only one who is getting confused. With all the trends on social media... Read More »
I didn’t think anything was wrong when he brought me a coffee. Or the next day when he brought me coffee and croissants and then stared deeply into my eyes... Read More »
Young Americans are an anxious generation: according to a study released by the U.S. National Institute of Health (NIH), the incidence of both depression... Read More »
Pets are our best friends and companions, but what happens when they have competition for your affection? For some, pets are basically family, which can... Read More »