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Situationship: Is this the new way of dating?

Young people in particular are increasingly opting for this type of relationship. But can a "situational relationship" really work?(Bild: Photo Moon - stock.adobe.com)

When we date someone, the question usually arises: what will become of it and when will it finally get serious? With the "situationship" type of dating, the future of the relationship is very uncertain. Is it the sign of a time when we no longer want to commit ourselves?

A good time, but no commitments. In a "situationship", it is unclear where the path together will lead. But unlike many adolescent relationships, the expectations of those involved are set, the undefined is defined - until someone pulls the emotional ripcord.

This trend has been omnipresent on TikTok for weeks: tips and tricks are intended to help how to escape from the tricky situation - and how to recognize it in the first place. 

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