Oh, I'm so sorry about the guy that forced himself on you, that's so wrong. I don't mean to say dating apps are all wrong, but just for myself I don't find them helpful. I did meet some of my own male friends on them. Yes, you need to wait until you're comfortable with trying again. As for me I seriously want to give up, but I'd be letting the past control how I think now. I sure had some bad experiences too.