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Deception or Disinterest?

September 22, 2025
Deception or Disinterest?

In the world of hookup culture, my experience has definitely been a complicated one. It has had its ups and downs, allowing me the opportunity to meet others and connect with my peers on a different level. However, it created deeper levels of self-deprecation, body image issues and, overall, a quick decline in my emotional and mental health. 

Hookup culture has become a defining element of the modern college experience, shaping how many students form relationships and socialize on campus. Characterized by casual sexual encounters that often lack emotional connection or commitment, hookup culture remains a controversial and complex subject among Generation Z. 

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