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If you've ever been on a date, you've likely experienced that moment when you want to tell the person across the table from you something about yourself - but you're not sure if you should. Is it too "early" to tell him I desperately want kids? Will she still go out with me when she finds out I live with three roommates? When you have a chronic illness, mental illness or disability, you may feel like you have an extra "layer" of truths about yourself you're not sure if your date will be OK with. Ideally, everyone would be understanding of other's health challenges, but sadly some people aren't. If you've had bad experiences in the past, it can be a tough hurdle to get over.

That's the thought process behind online dating apps made specifically for people with illnesses and disabilities. The logic goes that by creating apps for people with health conditions, singles can find like-minded people who get your health challenges. This eliminates the potentially awkward, "So, I have to tell you something..." speech and misunderstandings that can occur when one person isn't sensitive to the other person's needs. Plus, meeting someone with similar health challenges can be pretty awesome. You already have a huge part of your lives in common.

Of course, these apps are not without controversy. Some argue that people with health challenges shouldn't have to "segregate" themselves and that people on all dating apps should open their minds to disabled and chronically ill people. After all, it's entirely possible for someone without health challenges and someone with health challenges to have a happy, successful relationship.

But, if you have a chronic illness or disability and do want to see if you can find love among other people with similar health challenges, there are a few dating apps to choose from. Check out the apps below and let us know in the comments if you'd sign up.

1. Gutsy Dating

Gutsy Dating is an app specifically for people who have digestive health problems like celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn's disease. The app was created by Phil Beesley, who has IBS and resides in the U.K. He told the website FODMAP Life that he first got the idea for the app three years ago, after talking with friends and hearing in IBS support groups how difficult it is to find a partner who understands your symptoms, and how difficult it can be to go on a date when you need to make frequent trips to the restroom or follow a strict diet.

"It was really upsetting to see so many people struggle to cope with the stresses of dating and finding someone who understands," he said. "There was much chat about a dating app for sufferers and why there was nothing like it in the market."
Download Gutsy Dating for free from iTunes and Google Play.
2. Lemonayde

Lemonayde is designed for people with chronic health conditions, although you do not need to disclose your specific diagnosis in your profile. Creator Niko G. told The Mighty he was inspired to create the app after his own positive experience dating someone with a skin condition similar to his (he has tinea versicolor). The relationship gave him confidence, and he wanted to help others with chronic illness explore dating by creating an app that makes it OK to talk about your health.

"Maybe that's all Lemonayde ends up being: a fire starter that pushes you out of your comfort zone. Or maybe you end up finding your one true love, who knows. In either case, as long as it's making someone's life better, it's done its job," Niko said. "Because, and I want to be super clear about this, I think we can all agree that no one wants to hear the phrase 'sick people should just date sick people.'"
Download Lemonayde for free from iTunes and Google Play. Monthly subscriptions cost $6.99, yearly subscriptions are $47.99.
3. Glimmer

Glimmer, a dating app for people with physical and cognitive disabilities, was founded by Geoff Anderson and his mother, Christine. Anderson told the Chicago Tribune that he was inspired by his brother, Steve, who has cognitive disabilities and wasn't having much success on dating apps. Anderson built an app that anyone can use (in fact, 35 percent of Glimmer users say they don't have a disability), but designed it with the knowledge that disclosing a disability on other dating sites can be difficult.

Like Lemonayde, you can choose to share your health condition on your profile or not, and you can search for friends or romantic partners by condition.

"If there are dating apps that make it easier for two people of the same faith to meet each other, I started wondering why there wasn't something out there to help people with disabilities do the same thing," Anderson said.
Download Glimmer for free from iTunes and Google Play Monthly subscriptions are $9.99, yearly subscriptions are $59.99.
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These Dating Apps Are Made for People With Illnesses and Disabilities

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If you've ever been on a date, you've likely experienced that moment when you want to tell the person across the table from you something about yourself - but you're not sure if you should. Is it too "early" to tell him I desperately want kids?

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EP 21: Mental Illness and Dating: Romance or Tragedy?

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Question #1                       In this podcast, they talk about people with mental health issues dating people who also have mental health issues. What is your gut reaction to this? What are the positives or negatives of this situation? 

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Dating apps are now a firmly established part of the dating scene. These include Tinder, Bumble, Hinge and a range of others suited to different tastes. The basis of these apps is simple. Users can create a profile by uploading several photos, along with a short text description. This becomes visible to other users who can then "like" or "dislike" the profile.

When two users like each other, they can start text messaging on the app. Popular dating apps such as Tinder now have over 50 million active users, with some reports noting that the average user spends a whopping 90 minutes per day on the app.

These dating apps represent a significant new social phenomenon; a far cry from the singles bars and social mixers of times past. Interestingly, the impact of dating apps on mental health has been under-researched, but some preliminary evidence suggests they may cause issues.

Regular Rejection

Some research indicates that dating apps expose users to considerable rejection. One study found a low rate of matching, particularly for men. This study also found that around 50 percent of matches do not message back. Hence, dating app users are constantly being "disliked" and ignored.

Worse still, many users report that first dates are often awkward, crude, and unrewarding. In my own research, people report many demoralizing experiences in this new dating world, noting that in-person realities can be wildly different from online personas.

Indeed, a common experience reported by many people who use dating apps is " ghosting"; the sudden ending of a developing relationship without explanation or forewarning. This can be a dehumanizing and damaging mental health experience.

These experiences are encapsulated in the entertaining yet touching short film below, exploring themes of connection and rejection which recently premiered at the Au Contraire Film Festival in Montreal. A man and woman hit it off online and agree to meet for a first date. What happens when they meet in person? Watch it and see a poignant reality that is played out daily.

Human Disposability

These negative experiences can lead users to question their physical appearance, conversational skills, and the general reliability of the opposite sex. Indeed, a University of North Texas study found that dating app users report lower self-esteem and lower psychosocial well-being than non-users. This could be related to frequent and regular rejection.

Indeed, dating apps could contribute to a culture of human disposability, with users becoming part of a "throwaway society." All this may be driven by a "tyranny of choice." Dating apps have millions of users, and users may be simultaneously messaging many other users. This can lead to a superficial breadth, rather than meaningful depth, of connections.

In fact, this overwhelming choice can lead to endless self-questioning regarding dating options. Many users may constantly be asking themselves, "Is there someone better than this on the next swipe?"-leading to a merry-go-round of dissatisfying brief relationships.

Anonymity and Deceit

In times past, men and women tended to meet at work, through mutual friends, or at social venues such as church or sports clubs. In other words, their relationship was rooted in a pre-existing social ecology where others could generally be trusted. This could inhibit contemptible dating behavior as wrongdoers faced opprobrium from the pre-existing community.

However, no such social ecology exists within the world of dating apps. On the contrary, some dating app users can hide under a cloak of anonymity or deceit. This can include deception about personal characteristics such as age or profession, as well as dishonesty regarding intentions.

Again, experience of such deceit may be damaging to mental health, leading to painful emotions, less trust, and more self-doubt. This can interact with a cycle of constant rejection, overwhelming choice, and transient relationships-all contributing to a lower sense of psychological well-being.

Conclusion

To be sure, dating apps can open up a whole new world to people seeking new friends and connections. They may be especially useful for people who are lonely and introverted, or for those who are traveling or new in town.

That said, dating apps do have a shadow side and may not be for the sensitive or faint of heart.

Proceed with care.

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Are Dating Apps Damaging Our Mental Health?

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Dating apps are now a firmly established part of the dating scene. These include Tinder, Bumble, Hinge and a range of others suited to different tastes. The basis of these apps is simple. Users can create a profile by uploading several photos, along with a short text description.

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Post one question related to this week's topics that you would like to discuss in class on Wednesday.

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Post one question related to this week's topics that you would like to discuss in class on Wednesday.

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One thing that I will remember in this clip is the Vietnam war. In 1954 Vietnam was divided into a northern and southern part. The North was trying to get the south back under their control.

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I will remember that Nixon's resignation was a success for the counter culture movement.

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I feel Dating Apps really do make many peoples' mental health worse just because some might feel if they aren't getting enough likes does that mean something is wrong with you.  There are so many millions of people on the apps and so if you get one or two likes but they never message you does it mean you really don't matter in life.

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Is there a certain type of guy that would get more likes on a dating app and have more success with dating because of all the options they have or is the certain type different for each girl?

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One thing that I remember from this video is the concept "counter culture." Counter culture is the idea of opposing something. During the time of counter culture, the Vietnam War was the main focus in counter culture. many people wanted peace and not seeing their people being drafted into war. Hippies played a role in this culture as they introduced new ideas and ways of life.

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When reading this article, I couldn't agree more with the argument they are making. I had my own experiences on dating apps and this article highlights the problems with online dating. It is evident that dating apps can generate negative mental health problems. People like to create this image in their head what their date is going to be like before they meet up. When they finally meet and they are not who they imagined (not fitting what they were in their head), that makes them question if they are the right person for them. I think dating the "natural" way by meeting someone in a social setting promotes the most healthy relationships.

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Why are people using online dating as a source if time and time again it never works out? Is this our only route?

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In this podcast, they talk about people with mental health issues dating people who also have mental health issues. My reaction to this is I have two opinions. First, it would make sense for two people to date with mental health issues because they can relate. The partners will have a better understanding of each other and how to be more patient because have first hand experience. Additionally, the partners will understand how to cope with the illnesses presented and how to recognize when someone is having an episode or showing signs of their illness. Mutual understanding in this situation will make the relationship work. On the other hand, there can be situations where the two lovers can clash. For example, sometimes if the illnesses are too great to handle, the people will be too much involved in dealing with their own illness. Therefore, this can take time away from fully understanding the other person's illness. As a result, the two people will not be able to understand each other and how to cope with situations that can and will occur. The positives in this situation was already highlighted which is mutual understanding. The negatives as presented are the two parties will clash

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In my opinion, I do not think that someone is obligated to put their mental health status on their dating profile. First, mental illness is a sensitive topic and people do not have to publicize it. When a person says they have a certain mental illness, people can assume how they act and what their symptoms are. Mental illnesses elicit behaviors that a person may be too embarrassed or ashamed to talk about. Therefore, a person does not have to share that part about themselves if they do not feel comfortable. Also, I think posting a mental illness on a dating profile will veer people away. People will look at the mentally ill person and maybe think to themselves that this person is over sharing and should only share this information in an intimate setting. It is important that the two daters feel comfortable with each other to start sharing personal things as that can strengthen a relationship

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So listening to this podcast about people who have mental health issues that date people who also have mental health issues makes me uneasy. I believe if they both truly understand each other and are able to help each other out it could be a good thing. But being selfish and only thinking about yourself and not your partners issue could be bad. I believe it could also collide very bad together and not be able to balance each other out.

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One thing I will remember from this video clip is the naked 9-year-old girl running away from her village that just got attacked by south vietnamese planes. It's devastating and hard to watch something like that.

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I definitely think you should put your mental health status on your profile. I believe that's a topic that should be discussed before furthering any relationships. I believe that if you ignore it and not allow others to know it can cause many problems in the future. Honesty is the most important thing.

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After reading this article I agree a lot with what they are trying to say. Dating apps get into people's head and eventually mess with their mental health. If you don't get likes you get upset or if someone "ghost" you it's the same thing. I believe that dating apps are fake and show a fake profile of who you really are.

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Does this generation use dating apps for a potential relationship or casual hookups?

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Once I watched the video I was shock to hear the different opinions both people had. It was interesting to hear their opinion on whether people with mental health issues should date other people with mental health issues The positives of this situation is that both partners are able to understand what each other are going through.They can bring out the good in each other and grow together as a couple. The negative of this situation is that with their different mental health issue and the way they act or feel can lead to arguments and fights. Someone can feel overwhelmed with dealing with a mental issue and being in a committed relationships. This might affect their mentality even more.

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I think people should not put their mental health status on their dating profile. I believe that some people would like to keep their personal issues personal. Not everybody is ready to publicize a sensitive topic. If people did do this, I feel like others would judge people for having a mental health issue. People can send rude texts to that person and this can affect their mental health even more.

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I believe that this article has a lot of good points about dating apps. To start off, I feel like dating apps can definitely affect one's mental health. This is because if someone does not receive enough likes or swipes and he or she might feel insecure. I have personally used tinder before and about half of the guys I matched with, texted me. It is rare that you would get a relationship out of a dating app, but it is definitely useful for when you are bored and want to have some fun.

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When using a dating app, do you like someones profile based on looks or bio or both? What is your purpose for using a dating app?

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From this video, I will absolutely remember the Watergate Scandal. This occurred June 1972, when there was a break-in to the Democratic National Committee that eventually let to an investigation that shared how president Nixon's administration was abusing its power in numerous ways, which then led to president Nixon's resignation. This will stay in my memory because it is a huge scandal in the presidency and being born into the generation that I am in, I have never experienced any presidential scandal of any kind, so it was very interesting to learn about this one during the video.

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Honestly, my initial reaction to people with mental illnesses dating each other is that I find it to be very adorable. Back in elementary school, there was a couple, both with mental illnesses that dated each other and they seemed very happy, and I thought it was very sweet. I do understand that there may be some certain negativities that fall into that situation. For instance, people that share mental illnesses that date each other, may only date each other because they have mental illnesses; therefore, only being with the other person for one specific reason.
A positive outcome from this would be that the couple might feel extremely comfortable with being one another and freely express themselves in the relationship, which makes it even stronger.

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When reading this article, I relate to it a lot when it mentions that people who are sensitive may not be successful with dating apps. I have used multiple dating apps before, and I have deleted them rather quickly because one 2 reasons: one, I would not get enough "swipe rights" and comments on my photos to where it brought me to believe that I was not good enough for the world of men and two, that most men I did get into contact with, were not interested in the same type of relationship that I strived for. They wanted something else like a natural hookup where I wanted something serious and real.

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When it comes to dating apps, what do men generally strive for when they download them? Do they want one night stands, or relationships?

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One thing I will definitely remember about this whole video is the opening. The fact that the generation of young adults wanted to die before growing old caught my attention from the very beginning. The statement to me at first seemed sad and depressing however hearing all the controversial things they had to face, I can slightly see where they are coming from. It was challenging times and things in the moment didn't seem like they would get better like with the human rights protest and the Vietnam war.

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I will remember the 9 year old who was running away from her village naked because her village was being attacked.

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My gut reaction to this is that I think that it is great that this podcast was made because mental health in relationships isn't always talked about like it should be. I think that the positives to this are that if you and your person both struggle with mental health issues it makes it easier for you too to relate to each other and understand how each other feel. A negative to this is that having both of you struggle might be difficult because one of you might be having a really hard day and want your person to be able to lean you but knowing that they struggle too it might be hard for you to lean on them as much because you might feel like you are taking all of the attention when the other person needs it just as equally.

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Even though I believe that mental health should be talked about more within relationships I don't think it should be posted on their dating profile. I think it should be kept more private until you are ready to open up to someone about it. Because telling people you struggle with mental health can be a really hard thing.

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I 100% agree with this article dating apps I believe do mess with your mental health. Worrying that you are not getting enough likes as someone else might affect the way you think about yourself personally. Dating apps an be really dangerous for us. You never truly know what the other person is thinking which leads you to overthink and make up things about yourself that are most likely not true.

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How many people have been successful on a dating app? Meaning did you find someone who was ready for the same relationship that you were.

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question 1: this is something that I honestly haven't really had to think about until now and honestly I feel like obviously its situational but for the most part no. I feel like mental illnesses especially more severe ones like bipolar depression and schizophrenia have not only a huge impact on the individual diagnosed but also their loved ones. It definitely takes a huge toll on the family members and is something they have to stay on top of and check in on to prevent things from becoming too bad. When it comes to two people dealing with a mental condition, I feel like it can be a dangerous mix. Mainly because I believe one mental breakdown can trigger someone else's and then they both could weaken each others state of mind.

Question 2: I believe it should be up to the person with the mental illness and what they feel comfortable doing. I don't feel like those with mental illnesses should feel obligated to tell the world, especially those they don't have any connection or relationship with yet about such a important and most likely challenging aspect of who they are. I do agree with those in the video however it is something that should be said towards the beginning stages of the relationship because that is a whole other commitment whoever you are dating would be choosing to take on.

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What I will remember from this video. Is that during the Vietnam war the South Vietnamese planes attack a village. Which had children running away from it.  Especially this one girl named Kim Fook.

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I agree with this article a lot. I feel like overall dating apps have been turned into a joke by most or is only used for sexual hookups. You are basing who you may match only on looks initially and a few word bio if they even have it. Overall, I feel like it is a lot harsher on peoples mental health, especially those who are actually looking for something serious. It definitely takes a toll on your security with your own image of yourself and makes you question if your good enough or even if you are more than just a body that can be used to please others.

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Do you think those with mental illnesses can be triggered even more by dating apps due to the pressure it puts on an individual? Why are dating apps still even a thing?

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I was drawn to the statement, "the hippie movement grew out of this desire for peace. Hippies wanted to change society by withdrawing from it." They went off the grid and even created their own communities. Definitely an incredible bond of power to change what was going on in the country at the time.

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Q1: I think that there would be pros and cons to two people with mental illnesses dating. First of all, a huge pro could be that they would be able to understand each other more. I think there would be way more empathy and understanding for one another. On the other hand, I think that it may be difficult for two mentally-ill people to support each other. There are so many ups and downs when it comes to mental illness and it would be hard to catch each other in their downfalls. I like the example they use with members of AA. The main rule of AA is not date someone from AA. I think this can apply also to mental illness. How can you catch your partner when they fall if you're also falling yourself?

Q2: I think one should not disclose their mental illness on their dating website. That is a very personal and intimate topic to post publicly. However, I think it is definitely the person's responsibility to disclose that information as soon as possible to the person they are dating. I also think mental illness is balanced on a spectrum with some cases being more severe than others. Lastly, mental illness is not the definition of a person. When it comes to dating, just because someone has a mental illness does not mean that is the only thing that they are or have to offer.

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I think it is important for users of dating apps to understand them at face value. You are literally swiping between hundreds of strangers and the likelihood of making a valuable connection off of that construct is slim. Yes, there are exceptions (just like with anything). However, everyone is on there for different reasons which may vary from user to user. Some people may be on dating apps to just seek something from casual to marriage and it is important to disclose that beforehand. I can understand why dating apps may be detrimental to one's mental health but, again, they should be interpreted and used at face value. Also, I liked the part where they mentioned we typically meet people from work and friends who are similar to us (given that they are in the same social realm). This is something I have found to be very important when seeking a partner and when you connect with strangers from different social realms you are stepping into unknown territories that may not be of your own identity/beliefs.

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Do we struggle with dating apps in this generation because we are mixed between a place without them and with them? Will future generations adapt better to the dating app world given that they are born into it?

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One thing I will remember from this video is the word counter culture. This word can relate to today because we are very honest and are not afraid to go against social/culture norms.

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One thing that captivated me was the lyric; "I hope I die before I get old". This lyric stuck out to me as within my childhood, the phrase YOLO or You Only Live Once was very popular. The whole emphasis was on risk, youth and longevity.

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1) Personally, I find that there are many pros and cons within dating with a mental illness or disorder. Some advantages include empathy and comprehension. There is a relatability in dating an individual who may experience the same turmoil or stress. Though these disorders can be different, there is still the same exhaustion in dealing with the situation at hand. It may be easier to open up, be vulnerable or even transparent. On the flipside. with this, being patient could be a potential issue. Not everyone is equipped with the knowledge in knowing how to handle their partner, all the time.

2) I don't think it's necessary to put your mental illness in a dating profile whatsoever. Not only are mental disorders already stigmatized, it also opens up a conversation not everyone needs to have. Mental disorders are personal, vulnerable and different for every individual.

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I believe that social media in general has a huge impact on mental health. Dating apps aren't any different. Specifically, within elf-worth, self-confidence, and image. Many may seek meaningful and personable relationships that dating apps seem to lack.

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What is one aspect you would change about dating apps?

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One thing I will remember from this video is the little girl running away while they were under attack. It is hard to watch things like this and think that this is how people live their lives.

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Overall, social media has multiple negative affects on peoples lives and especially their mental health. Dating apps I feel may be one of the worst forms of social media regarding mental health. Dating apps can affect someones mental health because I feel like they can cause a lot of insecurities. People may feel like others look better than them, they are not getting enough matches, or only people they are not attracted to are liking their profiles. I feel that these apps can really get to someones head and cause issues with their mental health.

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One thing I will remember is the proxy war between the Soviet Union and the US and how it impacted Vietnam.

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1. I see that two people who both have mental illnesses, depending on the disorder, dating can be positive. Of course, there are many circumstances. They can understand one another better due to experience. A negative aspect would be, it can be explosive. How one acts due to their disorder can dig the couple deeper.

2. I don't believe that it is anyone else's business on an individual's mental health disorder. If the other person is actually interested, it takes time to understand one another without judgment.

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Yes, dating apps do affect mental health because you feel as if, if you don't get enough swipes, you are less than, because you are not as desirable. Also, ghosting happens a lot, and you begin to self-doubt.

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If you were ghosted on a dating app, how would you take it? Do you take it personally or do you go with the flow?

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My gut reaction to learning about mental ill people dating each other was interesting. I was a little shocked that there are apps for people with mental illness. I believe that it's a good thing to be honest on a dating app, it can show the person something important about you and they can decide if they accept you as you are. Who knows the relationship can potentially flourish. According to the podcast, 50 marriages have come from this app. It all depends on the situation, some people may be more ill than others, but they can understand each other and help each other grow. There can be love there, but some negatives would be if there are fights or a break up, their mental illness can get worse. In some aspect, I agree with the male in the podcast. When you come out of the psych ward, you can be vulnerable; therefore, you should continue focusing on yourself until you get into a relationship with someone.

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After reading this article, I agree that dating apps can have a damaging impact on mental health. Some people are sensitive and can question why they aren't matching with people. This can give them self-esteem issues. Personally, I have used tinder and everything they said is true. People ghost you if you don't want to hook up and barely look for anything real.

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Have any of you questioned your worth based on the amount of matches you were getting on tinder ?

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Question 1:

My reaction was normal about people dating people with mental health issues. I feel like it can go both ways because it depends on the person.  A positive about this situation is that both partners can help each other through the situation. Also, they will both understand when each other if they going through the situation.  A negative about this situation is that if both partners are going through the mental issues at the same time, it can might make them clash.

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I feel like you shouldn’t put your mental health status on your dating profile because people might judge you without getting to know you.  You should eventually tell them, but not on your profile.

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I agree that dating apps make your mental health issues worse because of the anixety beening ghost. Also these dating apps are making people self confidence go down.

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Do you think it's juding when you say your not going to date any body with mental health issues? Why or Why not

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One of the following that I will remember from this film is the assassination of John F Kennedy in November of 1963. This began the counter cultural. So many things began following after this. Other things that I will remember is The Vietnam War (1954), it was divided into the northern and Southern. Villages were being attacked.

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I will remember the "Napalm Girl" picture. I have seen this photo in some of my history classes but every time I see it, it makes me sad. She was only 9 years old running away from her own home, scared for her life.

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I feel that people are more than just their mental illness. Just because you have one doesn't mean you can only date people who also have one. The negative of this is that the couple might drag each other down. But the positive could be that they understand what the other is going through. I don't think you should have to put your mental health status on a dating profile. I feel like if you start talking to someone for a while, it could come up in conversation. It should not have to be pre-disclosed.

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One thing that I will remember from this video is the "Napalm Girl". I have never seen this picture before and seeing the 9 year old girl running without clothes was sad.

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Q1: I enjoyed learning more about people with mental illness in relationships. I think some positives things would be helping each other. Whenever you don't feel good you can rely on your partner. Some negatives would be that they both get sick and can't help each other.

Q2: I think it's your choice is you want people to know about your mental health. You are not obligated to share your private life on social media.

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i agree with what the article was saying. Dating apps can bring someone self esteem down. Probably making someone think they are not worthy or ugly.

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I think the thing I will recall from this video is that hippies were against "growing old" and wanted to stay young as a contradiction to the generation before them.

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do you think dating apps are useful?

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Dating apps can be tricky. On one hand, they are a great way for people to meet if you're shy in person, or don't like approaching people in public. On the other hand, they can make people feel insecure, especially if they're not getting a lot of "swipes". Some dating apps are better for women, such as Bumble. Women get to make the first move. This can make women feel more in control, like they get to choose where the conversation goes. Dating apps have their positives and negatives but I think after reading and watching these assignments, I see how the negatives outweigh the good.

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How many people think relationships that started out on a dating app can actually last?

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I think that two people that suffer from mental issues might find a kindred spirit in each other. They will understand at least a little of how the other feels and have faced similar stigma and other issues. That being said it is not for everyone, their issues might exacerbate the others and they should be in a fair mental state before entering a relationship that might not be healthy for them.

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I do not think people should have to put their mental health issues on their dating profile. It is invassive and may lead to stigma against them. They should be able to meet people and then decide if they wish to disclose their personal information.

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Why do you think there are so many specialized dating services/apps?

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One thing that I remember from this video is the 9-year-old girl who ran away from her village naked because her village was being attacked by the planes flown by the south Vietnamese people. That part was painful to watch because no child should have to experience that.

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While listening to this podcast, I had a few reactions to what was said about meeting people in a psychiatric ward and then dating once discharged. I did agree with the male when he said a person needs to take the time to get fully stable once discharged from a psychiatric hospital before dating anyone.

I do not believe it is a good idea to find a boyfriend or a girlfriend in a psychiatric ward.  I also do not believe that a person who is untreated for a mental illness and who is mentally unstable should date at all. Relationships take time, involve a lot compromise and can be challenging. The positive side of someone who has been diagnosed with a mental illness and who is in a romantic relationship is the relationship can bring good feelings to that person and may increase that person’s self-esteem. However, if the person has not been in treatment and that person is not mentally stable, the negative side would be that this person’s relationship would likely be unsuccessful. Additionally, the emotions that are involved in a relationship would likely negatively impact the mentally unstable person and the relationship could have a disastrous ending.

I believe a person needs to be mentally healthy before getting into a relationship. I’m not saying that a person diagnosed with a mental illness cannot find a romantic partner, but I believe that person should have been in mental health treatment and stable for at least a year, before getting into relationship.

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To be frank, I believe putting your mental health status on a dating profile should be a personal choice. I guess there are some people diagnosed with a mental illness that would want to keep that information to themselves. But perhaps some people would not mind putting the fact that they have a mental health diagnosis on a dating profile. I would just hope that those who are comfortable with informing others about being diagnosed with a mental illness would at least mention they were in treatment and are now stable.

I do not think it would be wrong if a person put on their profile about a mental health diagnosis, even if they indicate they are mentally healthy.  I guess I would appreciate a person being “upfront” about their mental health so others know what they could possibly expect dating that person. Ultimately, I believe that when a person dates someone they meet online they should take precautions and consider other facts before they let that person get too involved with their lives and not just make decisions based on what was said on a profile about mental health.

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When I was reading this article, the author made interesting points. I never really thought about mental health in conjunction with using dating apps. I do believe it is probably not a good idea for people who are mentally unstable to use dating apps.  Also, if a person has low self-esteem, not being “liked” or being “ghosted” could probably lead to increased feelings of low-self-esteem and stress. So, I think it would be a good idea for people with those issues not to use a dating app.

In my opinion, if a person is going to use a dating app, then he/she should not put too much thought into being “liked” or “disliked” or even being “ghosted”.  In fact, I believe a person should look at being “ghosted” or “unliked” as a blessing.  In my opinion, if you are “disliked” or “ghosted” then that person was not compatible to date in the first place and that person did you a favor of not wasting your time.  Dating apps should just be fun. I do not believe people should look to dating apps for finding “the one” or to validate who they are as a person. If a person uses a dating app and happens to end up with “that special person” after a long period of getting to know that person, in person, then great!

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Do you believe using a dating app is a faster way to get a date compared to getting a date by attending an in-person social gathering?

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One thing I will remember from this video is the Civil Rights movement. I find this movement very intriguing and it is very unsettling to me that these people had to fight so hard for their basic rights as human beings. Such as, being able drink from a water fountain and sit where they would like to on a bus.

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My gut reaction to this is that it may not be a good idea. I believe that people with mental health issues may find comfort and understanding in being with each other. However, sometimes while struggling with their own mental health issues they may not be able to handle another person, let alone someone who will need extra love and care.

No, I do not think you should put your mental health status in your dating profile. For most, it is very hard to talk about and very personal to disclose for the world to see. I believe you should be able to talk about your mental health status when you are ready to or as you see fit.

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one thing i will remember from this video is the 9 year old girl running away from her village naked because it is heartbreaking to have to hear a story like that

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Q1: My reaction to this is about finding love in a mental institution, it makes sense that two people in this state may understand each other, but it could also have extremely negative effects if they influence each other negatively

Q2:I do not think you should put your mental health status on your dating profile because there is so much more to a person than that status. Everyone reacts differently and mental health is such a broad range that entering your mental health status would become stereotypical.

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what is the most common dating app for college students?

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one thing i remember from this video is the Vietnam war North Vietnam wanted to bring South Vietnam back under their control.

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I understand how dating apps may make a person feel insecure if you're not getting a lot of matches, but at the same time it may be the attention someone needs if they have trouble socializing in person at first, i think it truly depends on the person and how serious they are about it

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My gut reaction to this podcast is that dating someone with mental illness can be a positive and a negative thing. It could be a positive thing because they both would know how to handle situations, look out for each other and understand. It could be a negative thing because they both can collide.

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I feel as though it's not important to put if you have mental illness on your dating profile. Unless, I feel that if I haven't met someone trusting and I know that could handle a situation like mental illness.

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The one thing that caught my eyes the most and will remember is the. part where he started talking about the naked 9 year old girl who was running away from an attack that happened in her village.

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1) I feel like there's nothing wrong with dating someone who has s mental illness just like you. It can be good due to understanding each others problems and it would be something that would keep them together longer. Now it also depends on the disability and if they are taking care of it as well because if they are not then things can go bad.
2) Putting your mental health on your dating profile should be a must. Some people might not care about it but some people might just have a completely different point of view. Also you don't want to go into a relationship with a person who doesn't know your circumstance and then that person leaving as soon as they find out, I mean some people would go through it if they love the person that much but others might not be willing to deal with that.

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I totally agree with the article. Dating apps can potentially affect mental health problems. On the apps there are people who has more likes than you and better pictures than you. Therefore. you have self esteem. Dating apps can mess with the mental health.

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I understand how datings apps could negatively affect someone's mental health. But, I believe the "sea" is very big and there is a lot of "fish" in it. The dating pool online is very big so there is a good chance of meeting people who could possibly end up making you feel good about yourself I would think.

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If someone have too many dating apps does that say something about that person?

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Do we think dating apps have more positives the negatives?

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I agree with the article that dating apps can mess up someones mental health. These people joining these apps can feel rejected by multiple people and start thinking about them not being good enough and start questioning why. Not only that but they can cause people to develop trust issues towards others due to some of these people ghosting other or being rude on the first date.

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How long do you think is long enough to actually go on a date with someone you meet on a dating app?

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One thing I remember from this video is the Vietnam war. Vietnam was divided in 1954 into Northern and Southern Vietnam. In the North the communist wanted to bring South Vietnam back under their own control by armed forces. In doing so, United States ended up joining the South, and supported them by helping them fight the North.

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1) My reaction to their podcast conversation was kind of shocking. I did not expect them to both have two separate opinions but it was engaging to listen to. And to this specific situation, there are positives and negatives here that balances each other out. The positive presented here is the mutual understanding of one another's mental health issues. This makes it easier for both partners in the relationship because you are also able to relate to each other as well. A negative to this situation is that because both partners are struggling with a mental health issue, the couple might clash. This is because if both partners are struggling and need someone to lean on, they may not be able to help each other since they both are struggling. this may make it hard to balance each other if it were to happen.

2) And when it comes to your illness, I believe you should  put it in your profile because the person should know what they are getting themselves in to. If. a person is meeting you, they should be aware of your situation because it is important and it affects your life. You would not want them to leave you for not telling them, its better for them to know before hand and make their judgement after wards because many people do care while others don't, it really depends on the person.

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I could not agree more. I one hundred percent agree with the article because I believe they made really great points. The main one that stood out to me probably was not getting enough likes or swipe rights can eventually make someone insecure. It would definitely make me feel that way and that is very unhealthy. It can mess with someones mental health, and make them believe they are not good enough. Even getting ghosted as well because it makes people question many things about themselves, and it often leads to mental health issues getting worse for others.

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When using online dating apps, have many people made judgement of other people based on bio or looks or only slide on a specific type? And why do people keep using dating apps if time to time they are not as successful as they hope or want to be?

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One thing that I will remember from this clip is the slogan, " Make love, Not War. " This particular phrase stood out to me because I have heard it here and there before but I never knew much about it. Having recognized it and being explained where it stemmed from was very interesting. And since now I know its historical context it will be an expression that will be hard to forget.