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A 2026 report says only about 1 in 3 young adults is actively dating, but that number leaves out married people and people in steady relationships. Other surveys do suggest dating starts later now, though no single survey proves a recent slump.
November 6, 2026
A Match-funded survey of about 5,000 U.S. singles found looser views on some relationship milestones, more men than women using AI for dating, and 52.4% saying being single has made them happier than past relationships did. It records what people said, not why.
November 6, 2026
Starting as friends is common, especially among younger people, but the numbers swing widely with how the question is asked. There is little evidence that friends-first couples do better, while valuing the friendship inside a relationship has stronger support.
November 6, 2026
A situationship is a romantic connection nobody has defined. Here's how to spot one, why it can hurt, and how to ask where it stands.
November 5, 2026
Actor Vikrant Massey says being friends with an ex is a red flag for him. What two surveys found about ex-friendships, and what is worth watching.
November 1, 2026
A viral TikTok says women with their own careers and homes now ask "do I even like him?" instead of "will he choose me?" The video is opinion, but survey data on single adults and changing earnings points in a similar direction.
October 30, 2026
Red flags make great content and sometimes feel oddly attractive. Psychology offers a few reasons, and a way to tell a joke from a warning.
October 29, 2026
October Theory says undefined relationships either get serious or fade before the holidays. It is a social-media idea, not a research finding, but it can be a useful nudge to ask a clear question.
October 29, 2026
A situationship is a romantic connection with no agreed definition. Here's how to spot one, why they last, and how to ask for clarity.
October 25, 2026
AI chatbots can help you organize your thoughts about a date or a mixed signal. They are a poor judge of the other person.
October 21, 2026