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24/07/2015
The figure includes those who are already in a relationship.
The research, commissioned by dating website eHarmony, involved 2,000 people and looked at the reasons as to why people felt they were destined to be alone.
For example, 46% said they don't feel there is someone out there for them, while a similar amount (45%) said they don't meet new people in their existing social circles. For 41%, they admitted they didn't feel attractive enough.
A total 12% of respondents said they don't think they will ever fall in love; this feeling was more common among singletons (29%), however it also included 6% of respondents who are actually in a relationship.
Looking at the reasons as to why love may be an issue for individuals, the factors differ between men and women. Men feel that not having a good job, or not feeling financially secure (27% and 17%, respectively), are reasons hindering their love life; whereas women worry more about trusting a potential partner (46%). A further 31% said they are also concerned that there won't be anybody to understand or "get" them.
Almost half of those surveyed (44%) admitted they have had a bad dating experience, so much so, that a few have given up on love altogether – 13% of women and 10% of men. The poll did reveal, though, that one in ten adults who had previously turned their back on relationships did go on to fall in love with someone.
The top reasons for 'giving up' on love were found to be:
1. It doesn't feel like there is someone out there for me
2. I don't meet anyone new in my social circles
3. I don't feel very attractive
4. I find it hard to trust people
5. People seem like they are not interested in me
6. I feel like I'm too old for dating
7. I can't find someone who truly gets me
8. I'm not financially comfortable
9. I can be quite difficult
10. I don't meet anyone new at work
Jemima Wade, from eHarmony, is quoted as saying: "People get in touch with us every day to tell us about about their newly found love stories. They're all different ages and from up and down the UK, and many confess that they'd given up on finding someone who really gets them.
"That's how we know compatibility matching works, which is why eHarmony partners people on their beliefs, values and characteristics – the stuff that counts. It means better matches that you instantly click with, and will stand the test of time."
Psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos, added: "To some extent saying you've given up on love is a self-defence mechanism, so you won't be disappointed if it never happens. It doesn't mean you aren't hopeful or even actively looking for a partner.
"However, people need to be aware of self-fulfilling prophecies where our negative expectations stop us even looking for love, because the reality is that you're much more likely to make a meaningful connection if you believe in the possibility of it happening."
(JP/LM)
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1 In 8 Give Up On Romance – Study
A new study has claimed that one in eight adults have given up on finding love.The figure includes those who are already in a relationship.
The research, commissioned by dating website eHarmony, involved 2,000 people and looked at the reasons as to why people felt they were destined to be alone.
For example, 46% said they don't feel there is someone out there for them, while a similar amount (45%) said they don't meet new people in their existing social circles. For 41%, they admitted they didn't feel attractive enough.
A total 12% of respondents said they don't think they will ever fall in love; this feeling was more common among singletons (29%), however it also included 6% of respondents who are actually in a relationship.
Looking at the reasons as to why love may be an issue for individuals, the factors differ between men and women. Men feel that not having a good job, or not feeling financially secure (27% and 17%, respectively), are reasons hindering their love life; whereas women worry more about trusting a potential partner (46%). A further 31% said they are also concerned that there won't be anybody to understand or "get" them.
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Almost half of those surveyed (44%) admitted they have had a bad dating experience, so much so, that a few have given up on love altogether – 13% of women and 10% of men. The poll did reveal, though, that one in ten adults who had previously turned their back on relationships did go on to fall in love with someone.
The top reasons for 'giving up' on love were found to be:
1. It doesn't feel like there is someone out there for me
2. I don't meet anyone new in my social circles
3. I don't feel very attractive
4. I find it hard to trust people
5. People seem like they are not interested in me
6. I feel like I'm too old for dating
7. I can't find someone who truly gets me
8. I'm not financially comfortable
9. I can be quite difficult
10. I don't meet anyone new at work
Jemima Wade, from eHarmony, is quoted as saying: "People get in touch with us every day to tell us about about their newly found love stories. They're all different ages and from up and down the UK, and many confess that they'd given up on finding someone who really gets them.
"That's how we know compatibility matching works, which is why eHarmony partners people on their beliefs, values and characteristics – the stuff that counts. It means better matches that you instantly click with, and will stand the test of time."
Psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos, added: "To some extent saying you've given up on love is a self-defence mechanism, so you won't be disappointed if it never happens. It doesn't mean you aren't hopeful or even actively looking for a partner.
"However, people need to be aware of self-fulfilling prophecies where our negative expectations stop us even looking for love, because the reality is that you're much more likely to make a meaningful connection if you believe in the possibility of it happening."
(JP/LM)
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