# 1 in 7 Break Up Via Text U R Dumpd By Bianca | Published 2007-12-14 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/break-up-text References: [uk.reuters](http://uk.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUKL1323642420071214?feedType=nl&feedName=uktechnology) Who, in their right mind, would have the nerve to dump someone via text message? Well, according to a recent survey, about one in seven have received such a heart-wrenching SMS, just like the one Britney Spears sent to ex hubby Kevin Federline. If you're thinking, "Grow some balls, have some pride, a little respect," then consider there are people even more pathetic: 4 per cent of people just [cut off communication entirely](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after), without even the courtesy to text. The ultimate burn? Your partner switches his [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bill-splitting-features) status to "single" without any communication with you beforehand. The survey showed that one per cent would dump a partner via social networking site, so the likelihood of the status swap is not that far-fetched. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Breakup Texts:** Opportunity for apps or services that facilitate respectful and empathetic communication during breakups. - **Online Breakups:** Potential for platforms that provide a virtual space for ending relationships with sensitivity and privacy. - **Social Media Breakups:** Space for tools or platforms that help navigate the complexities of ending relationships on social media. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Relationship Apps:** Development of apps that offer guidance, support, and communication tools for navigating breakups. - **Online Counselling Services:** Expansion of online counseling platforms that provide support and guidance during the breakup process. - **Social Media Management Tools:** Creation of tools that allow users to manage and navigate their online presence during a breakup, ensuring privacy and minimizing emotional distress. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breakup Trash Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-express-disposal-truck.md) - [Branded Breakup Hotlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sailor-jerry-2022.md) - [Breakup Message Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/howtoendit.md) - [Breakup-Themed Donation Pop-ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exboxes.md) - [Therapeutic Breakup Bots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/text-your-ex1.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Breakup Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodbye-pies.md) - [Spooky Dating-Inspired Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghosted-sweethearts.md) - [Breakup Gym Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we-didnt-work-out-so-lets-workout-somewhere-else.md) - [Breakup Soup Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soup-kit.md)