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How has the rise of online dating platforms affected LGBTQ+ individuals' dating experiences
and relationships?
In this paper, I will be exploring the way online dating platforms affect LGBTQ+ people’s
experiences and relationships. There are still so much to be discussed within the LGBTQ realm
and in this paper, I want to focus on the positive and negative experience the LGBTQ community
has with online dating platforms. The LGBTQ community is still building and blooming, I feel
like a lot of us are still confused and lost. With an academic paper with scientific and scholarly
support, people can use it as a reference to know a bit more about what it is like without stepping
into this new stage being too insecure or confused. Even just out of curiosity, they can know
more about what other people within the community is experiencing so they feel more inclusive.
In this research, the communication framework serves as a guiding lens to examine how
technology-mediated communication shapes the dating experiences and relationships of
LGBTQ+ individuals. It circles around the specific detailed ways in which digital platforms
influence identity disclosure, authenticity, and interpersonal interactions. By focusing on
communication strategies employed within online dating, such as profile creation, messaging,
and identity management, this framework aims to provide insights into the evolving dynamics of
LGBTQ+ dating in the digital age. It emphasizes the interplay between technology, self-
presentation, and the quest for meaningful connections in an era where digital platforms are
central to dating experiences. Some possible research questions can be:
1.
How does the use of online dating platforms affect the ways in which LGBTQ+
individuals navigate the dating landscape?
2.
How do LGBTQ+ individuals employ communication strategies, such as identity
disclosure, in the digital realm to foster meaningful connections?
I am looking to employ a qualitative approach to investigate the research. The paper will be
based on interviews both in-person and online. The potential field for me to gather information is
my personal connections and the local community. My background and experience can help
establish trust and connect with LGBTQ+ individuals, making them more willing to participate
in interviews or focus groups. Because I identify with the LGBTQ+ community, this can further
enhance my ability to relate and connect with participants. My plan to gain access is to join
relevant online LGBTQ+ forums, introduce myself as a researcher, and request participants to
engage in interviews. I can also ensure compliance with ethical considerations regarding
informed consent and data protection. Obtain consent from the support group leaders to
introduce my study to their members. Conduct on-site or virtual interviews or focus group
discussions, ensuring participants' anonymity and comfort.
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