Confused by the term “hookup” when your younger clients use it? This guide provides mental health professionals with essential insights into hookup culture based on research from Alexandra Solomon, Ph.D. and Lisa Wade, Ph.D. Learn what hookups actually involve (hint: the term covers everything from kissing to intercourse), how common they are among college students (70% participate), and why most millennials are ambivalent about this culture despite it being the dominant pathway to relationships. Discover key terms like ghosting, icing, and power parting, understand how dating apps like Tinder and Bumble affect relationship formation, and gain practical guidance for connecting with millennial clients navigating this complex social landscape.