Peran Body Image terhadap Motivasi Kencan Online

Abstract

In online dating, the attractiveness of a profile picture can be the most important determinant to increase the chances of being contacted by a potential partner. An individual’s physical appearance is related to body image. This study aims to determine whether there is a role of body image on online dating motivation. This type of research uses quantitative methods involving 186 respondents. The data collection method in this study used an adaptation of the MBSRQ-AS (Multidimensional Body Self Relation Questionnare-Appearance Scale) which amounted to 25 items and a modification of TUMS (Tinder Use Motivation Scale) which amounted to 16 items. Data analysis was conducted with descriptive analysis of variables and simple linear regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that there is a positive role of body image on online dating motivation with a contribution of 10.9%. Additional results showed that out of a total of 186 respondents, 64,5% of respondents had a body image that was in the positive category and 77% of respondents had online dating motivation that was in the moderate category.