Presentation and Perception on Online Dating Sites

Oxford Abridged Short Talks by Oxford University

Feb 28, 20124:11Education

Joseph Walther describes the hyperpersonal model and its relevance to the study of online dating. 'Idealisation' of perception and presentation online can facilitate the selection process, but may have unforseen conseque...

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