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Zac Bowman, PhD Candidate, College of Education, Psychology & Social Work, Flinders University

Dating apps could have negative effects on body image and mental health, our research shows

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Around 350 million people globally use dating apps, and they amass an estimated annual revenue of more than US$5 billion. In Australia, 49% of adults report using at least one online dating app or website, with a further 27% having done so in the past.

But while dating apps have helped many people find romantic partners, they’re not all good news.

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