(the basic points to be expanded)
Internet users are attracted to have online relationships for many reasons. The anonymity is an attraction for many relationships, as it allows am individual to be more true to themselves, or to pretend to be someone else entirely in a form of escapism.
Individuals look for online relationships, which are formed on a base of a common interest of some kind; this could include a vast range of topics, from a style of music and or band, or a series of books.
The seeking of a relationship, could stem from loneliness
Having relationships online, allows the individual in question to be more out going, and behave in a way that they would normally. A number of behaviours could be attributed to this, from being more outspoken, to being openly angry.
Not all Internet relationships are healthy for the individuals in them. The attraction of some relationships is that they can be degrading, abusive and cruel.
For older individuals, the attraction is you do not have to be young to form a relationship on the Internet, and allows an older person to connect with others when they may have been unable to do so before, whether it be for medical reasons or distance.