Ep28: Relationships And Hook-up Culture In College - Emma Abed

Joy talks with Emma Abed, a graduate student at the University of Michigan, about the varied types of relationships in college, and why they can get complicated. Joy and Emma also explore the pros and cons of hookup culture in the college environment.

Key Takeaways:

• Relationships, gender, and sexuality in college
• Exploring one’s own sexuality
• Why shame can shut down conversations about sex
• Clarifying boundaries in intimate relationships and friendships
• Tools to set boundaries with others
• Expectations of hook-up culture
• Pros and cons of putting a label on a relationship
• Ghosting and why it backfires
• Considering the four quadrants of relationships

Connect With Us

• Instagram: Unlocking College Life