Psychological Effects of Ghosting and Breadcrumbing amongst Young Adults

Abstract

Relationships are never been easy. Dating with the rise of dating apps, relationships have changed for good. New Age digital tactics to terminate the relationships have emerged. The present aim of the study is to examine the differences in four psychological constructs (Satisfaction with life, Loneliness, Helplessness and Self Esteem) among young adults experiencing ghosting and/or breadcrumbing. A sample of 45 victims and 45 non-victims was used to study the differences. The results indicate that suffering from ghosting or breadcrumbing will increase loneliness and helplessness and decrease satisfaction with life and self esteem.