The article explains that the pandemic made many people stop dating for a while, and it also notes that younger adults often lack basic skills to meet people or handle rejection.

The article points out that online dating lets users filter partners by height, job, or education, which can reduce the pool of possible matches. It also says that women’s greater freedom and education lead them to look for men with good jobs and respect.

Even though many single people enjoy their freedom, the article reports that 60 to 70 percent of single people want to have a partner. This rise in single living also creates social changes, such as a need for smaller houses and fewer children.