CFP - Matchmaking Methods In The 21st Century
Singles these days have a multitude of formalised methods to choose from to seek out a romantic partner. What might be classed as more old fashioned methods, such as personal ads, dating agencies and blind dates are still used by some, while more contemporary methods both online and offline are increasing in popularity.
A variety of types of online dating services exist online which require a payment from individuals. Social networking sites, such as MySpace and Bebo are also set up to accommodate individuals who would like to find a romantic partner. Some companies have even developed software for mobile phones to alert individuals to when a potential date is within their vicinity.
This Special Issue aims to present the best current work in the social sciences on formalised matchmaking methods, including, but not restricted to, both empirical and theoretical work on the following topics:
- Personality characteristics of users of formalised matchmaking methods.
- The perceived and actual pros and cons of using any of these formalised matchmaking methods.
- Stigmatisation associated with the use of any formalised matchmaking method.
- An examination of how successful any of these formalised matchmaking methods are.
- Identity and self-presentation issues related to formalised matchmaking methods.
Submission deadline: 11 February 2008
All manuscripts should be prepared in a word document and emailed to Monica Whitty (monica.whitty@ntu.ac.uk)
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