Download or read book The Psychology of Modern Dating written by Shawn Blue and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-01-17 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Psychology of Modern Dating: Websites, Apps, and Relationships is a resource guide outlining the major observations of trends currently applicable to online dating via dating sites and apps. This text outlines the theoretical foundation and evidentiary support for the motivations of online dating use as well as the shift witnessed within a new form of romantic relationship development created by online dating platforms. This book will also examine the significance of self theory in the creation of online profiles as well as analyze the influence of factors, including age, gender, sexual orientation and race and the roles they plan in online dating interactions. Future thoughts and directions for investigation will be offered as consideration for ongoing study.