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Ariella P Lenton-Brym1, Candice M Monson1, Julia Spaniol1
1Department of Psychology, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking
|October 29, 2024
Summary
Social rejection on dating apps negatively impacts individuals with social anxiety (SA). High SA symptoms worsen negative emotions after rejection and reduce engagement, highlighting vulnerability in online dating environments.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Social Science
Background:
- Social rejection is a frequent experience on dating apps.
- Individuals with social anxiety (SA) may prefer online dating but are vulnerable to rejection's negative effects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how social anxiety symptoms and dating app rejection feedback interact.
- To determine the impact on users' affect and social engagement.
Main Methods:
- 128 participants were assessed for SA symptoms.
- Participants received simulated dating app feedback (high vs. low match rates).
- Negative/positive affect and social engagement were measured.
Main Results:
- SA symptoms correlated with lower positive affect after high match rates.
- SA symptoms correlated with higher negative affect after low match rates.
- Higher SA predicted lower likelihood of initiating contact with matches.
Conclusions:
- Socially anxious individuals are more susceptible to negative outcomes from dating app rejection.
- Findings underscore the detrimental impact of rejection on this population's online dating experience.
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