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Online Dating Fatigue: A Serious Medical Condition

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Every few weeks, after putting in so much effort and getting what seems like little return, I contract a little-known disorder called ODF —Online Dating Fatigue. Online Dating Fatigue Online Dating Fatigue, or ODF, is a rare but serious medical condition that affects the heart and brain of males and females who actively participate in online dating for 1 month or longer. It is described as a severe frustration with the online dating process and a period of abandonment of the dating website in question. Online Dating Fatigue may last anywhere from 1 day to 3 months, possibly longer if left untreated. Doctors classify ODF as mild, moderate, or severe:     Mild     A tired, ache-y feeling, followed by a closing of the sufferer's laptop or turning off of the sufferer's desktop computer. May return to online dating in approximately 1 to 7 days. Does not require treatment.         Moderate     A frustrated, head-bang-y feeling, followed by an a