A study by The University of Texas (2016) found that dating app users report lower self-esteem and lower psychosocial well-being than non-users, potentially due to the increased experience of rejection.

How does dating violence affect health?

According to the CDC, teens who experience dating violence are more likely to exhibit antisocial behaviors, engage in unhealthy behaviors such as tobacco, drug and alcohol use, experience depression and anxiety, and consider suicide. These symptoms can continue into adulthood.