'High maintenance' is a red flag on dating apps. Women are still expected to shrink themselves

  • Written by: Lisa Portolan, PhD student, Institute for Culture and Society, Western Sydney University
'High maintenance' is a red flag on dating apps. Women are still expected to shrink themselves Mateus Campos Felipe/Unsplash

The term “high-maintenance” is part of everyday speech, and usually refers to a woman who places a high value on her personal image, wants or needs. Often uttered within the context of dating, the implication is the woman in question is too much hard work; an easier, more relatable mate would be preferred....

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