By Maia Perez
Gen Z is considered noncommittal in dating and relationships. Research shows the youngsters are similar in their singlehood compared to other generations.
According to eHarmony, an online dating website, its 2023 Dating Trends Report showed 64% of U.S. respondents consider themselves intentionally single. Mark the words: intentionally single. The largest group is Boomers at 68%, Gen X at 67%, Gen Z at 61% and Millennials at 60%. Thus, Boomers are actually more single than the younger generations whether by choice or not.
Samantha Hernanez, College of Southern Nevada student, said, “I have been in one romantic relationship. I had my first, real romantic relationship at the age of 14. I had other partners, but they were more friendly rather than romantic. I strongly believe that Gen Z had a higher dating rate than other generations because in past generations it was seen as inappropriate and rebellious to see or date more than one person. It is my belief that in past generations, most people married on their first and only date.”
Hala Khattab, CSN student, said, “I do believe Gen Z has a higher dating rate because it can easily be done online rather than making the effort for in person dates.”
CSN student Hope Valencia stated, “I think that Gen Z does not date as much as earlier generations, but instead has talking stages where all they do is text.”
Raeminda Tagbo, a CSN student, stated, “I do see a lot of Gen Z relationships through social media, but I wouldn’t say we have a higher dating rate. We are younger, so dating may not be taken as seriously. Online dating is also rampant among our generation, which is not ideal as compared to the closer connections I assume older generations had.”
However, CSN student Karyme Sanchez reflected on if Gen Z has a higher dating rate than other generations. “I think that’s true just because nowadays most teenagers just want a relationship, and some also might simply just want a fling but it turns into a relationship because this generation does not know how to make up their minds.”
Josephine Banks, a CSN student, said, “It’s also easy and casual to ask for someone’s Instagram or Snapchat, whereas asking for numbers can sometimes feel more intimate, so I think the fact that Gen Z is more well-versed with those kinds of social media apps helps.”
According to an article by Thriving Center of Psychology titled “I Do Not: Gen Z, Millennials Shifting Expectations About Marriage in 2023” it noted, 85% of Gen Zers do not feel marriage is necessary to have a fulfilled and committed relationship.
Although it seems Gen Z is dating, marriage and or serious relationships may not be a priority.
Coyote Student News at the College of Southern Nevada 