A Study On Friends With Benefits (FWB) Relationships Among Young Adults In Delhi NCR

Aug 22, 2026

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The study explores young adults’ perceptions of Friends with Benefits (FWB) relationships in Delhi NCR, focusing on how technology such as dating apps and social media shapes motivations to enter such arrangements. It examines gender-based differences in FWB dynamics while considering the role of societal norms. Using snowball sampling, the research surveyed 50 participants with a questionnaire and conducted semi-structured interviews with 15 males and 15 females, supported by additional narrative accounts.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

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Pages10

Reading Time25 min

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Introduction

Friends with Benefits (FWB) Relationships

Types of Sexual Relationships

Difference between Hook-up Culture and FWBRs

Sugar Dating or Sugaring

Existing Motivations Behind FWBRs

A Study On Friends With Benefits (FWB) Relationships Among Young Adults In Delhi NCR Dr Dolly Florence1*, Deepa Kannur2, Sparkle Batra3 1*Associate Professor, Department of Human Development & Childhood Studies, Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi. Postal add: Flat No C, PG hostel building Lady Irwin College, Mandi House. New Delhi. 110001. Mobile no 8860008469. Email: [dolly.florence@lic.du.ac.in](dolly.florence@lic.du.ac.in) 2Assistant Professor, Department of Human Development and Childhood Studies, Lady Irwin College, [University of Delhi. Email-deepa.kannur@lic.du.ac.in](University of Delhi. Email-deepa.kannur@lic.du.ac.in). 3 Research Scholar, Department of Human Development & Childhood Studies, Lady Irwin College. University of Delhi. *Corresponding Author: Dr Dolly Florence Murmu *Associate Professor, Department of Human Development & Childhood Studies, Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi. Postal add: Flat No C, PG hostel building Lady Irwin College, Mandi House. New Delhi. 110001. Mobile no 8860008469. Email: [dolly.florence@lic.du.ac.in](dolly.florence@lic.du.ac.in) ABSTRACT The study explores the perceptions of young adults regarding Friends with Benefits (FWB) Relationships. It investigates how technology, mainly dating apps and social media, influences their motivations in seeking such arrangements. Additionally, it examines the differences in FWB dynamics between men and women, considering the impact of societal norms on these variations. Snowball sampling was employed to identify subjects, with a questionnaire administered to 50 participants representing a diverse mix of genders, including LGBTQ+ individuals. Furthermore, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 males and 15 females, supplemented by narrative accounts from one male and one female. The study highlights the emotional challenges faced by individuals who develop attachment in FWB relationships where their partner may not reciprocate. The influence of social media and dating apps emerged as a significant topic of discussion. The study concludes with implications for future research and recommendations for further exploration in this area. Keywords: Emotional Challenges, FWB dynamics, Dating apps, Gender differences, Perception, Societal norms. INTRODUCTION Friends with Benefits (FWB) Relationships A Friends with Benefits (FWB) relationship is a kind of close friendship in which two people, usually friends, have sex without the emotional attachment and commitment that characterizes traditional romantic partnerships. FWB relationship is characterized by friendship and sexual activity but does not entail romantic love, long-term commitment, or exclusivity expectations. Friends with benefits (FWB) are defined as when two friends decide to "fool around" in the bedroom without thinking about the possibility of developing a love connection, according to New York Magazine. A friendship that involves friends having sex but not romance is known as a "friends with benefits" connection (Lehmiller, Vander Drtift, & Kelly, 2011) . Friends-with-benefits relationships aim to maintain friendships while engaging in physical intimacy without romantic emotional attachment (Gusarova, Fraser & Alderson, 2012) . Types of Sexual Relationships One-Night Stand One-night stands are brief encounters in which very little information is exchanged. The parties usually involved part ways the next day with no further communication. A one-night stand occurs when two people have sex only once and never again. The one-night stand is the most studied form of casual sex (Fisher & Byrne , 1978; Li & Kenrick , 2006) . Individuals in this relationship meet and quickly progress from zero acquaintance to the act of sex, with little promise of future relationship potential. Booty Call Booty calls are made between people who are familiar but not necessarily friends. Booty calls are typically recurring and do not progress to anything more. Ess

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What defines a Friends with Benefits (FWB) relationship in this study?

An FWB relationship is described as close friendship involving sex without romantic attachment, long-term commitment, or exclusivity expectations.

How does the study examine the role of technology in FWB motivations?

It investigates how technology—especially dating apps and social media—influences participants’ motivations to seek FWB arrangements.

What sampling methods and participant groups were used?

Snowball sampling identified participants; a questionnaire was administered to 50 participants, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 males and 15 females, with additional narrative accounts from one male and one female.

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