Hookup culture dangers

Is hookup culture ruining our relationships?

The following is the first of a six-part series studying the effects of Americas hookup culture on women, men, and their relationships with one another. As our society wrestles with the fallout of the #MeToo movement, research is mounting that the no-strings attached foundation of many relationships today is emotionally and relationally harmful.

Do you regret your hookup decisions?

It’s easy to get caught up in the fun and casualty of hookup culture, but you may reach a point where you start to regret your decisions. It’s easier said than done, but you shouldn’t feel gross or ashamed of your sexual decisions. Instead, take those “regrettable moments” and learn from them.

What does Meghan Trainor say about hookup culture?

In the song, Trainor tells her lover that she is not willing to participate in hookup culture; if he wants to have sex with her, he must commit to her and give her the title girlfriend. Without commitment, she says, “You may never get the chance to see me naked in your bed.”