Navigating hook-up culture: 'On Grindr you're an object, like picking clothes online'

Explore the impact of hook-up culture on gay men through Grindr and similar apps, where users seek validation and quick sexual encounters. One user, Lewis, shares his experience of feeling like an object and struggling with self-esteem and mental health issues as a result. With apps like Grindr normalizing instant gratification, individuals may find it difficult to establish meaningful connections beyond physical interactions, leading to feelings of isolation within a community focused on casual hook-ups.