Online Dating Thrives In Bad Economy

Housing prices are plummeting. Jobs are evaporating. The economy is a mess. But singles are wading into the online dating pool in record numbers, giving virtual matchmakers their best traffic figures in years – and giving users even better odds for finding a snuggle buddy, a fling or The One. In addition to “This Cougar is looking for her prey” and other bootylicious come-ons, lonely hearts are headlining their posts with more somber sentiments, such as “its a gloomy time of year and im not talking about the rain” or “need hot girlfriend, will provide food”/ LA Times . More here.

Question: Do you consider online dating to be safe?