Polyamory

For the reality TV show, see Polyamory: Married & Dating. For the Breaking Benjamin song, see Polyamorous (song).
Not to be confused with Polygamy, Polyromantic, or Polysexuality.

Polyamory
A demonstrator (left) with a polyamorous pride flag in Malmö, Sweden, August 2017
Parent categoryNon-monogamy
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Polyamory (from Ancient Greek πολύς (polús) 'many' and Latin amor 'love') is the practice of, or the desire for, romantic relationships with more than one partner at the same time, with the informed consent of all partners involved. Some people who identify as polyamorous believe in consensual non-monogamy with a conscious management of jealousy and reject the view that sexual and relational exclusivity (monogamy) are prerequisite for deep, committed, long-term, loving relationships.[1] Others prefer to restrict their sexual activity to only members of the group, a closed polyamorous relationship that is usually referred to as polyfidelity.[2][3]

Polyamory has come to be an umbrella term for various forms of non-monogamous, multi-partner relationships, or non-exclusive sexual or romantic relationships.[4][5][6] Its usage reflects the choices and philosophies of the individuals involved, but with recurring themes or values, such as love, intimacy, honesty, integrity, equality, communication, and commitment.[7][8] It can often be distinguished from some other forms of ethical non-monogamy in that the relationships involved are loving intimate relationships, as opposed to purely sexual relationships.[9]

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  6. ^ Schippers, Mimi (2017). Beyond Monogamy: Polyamory and the Future of Polyqueer Sexualities. NYU Press. Archived from the original on August 7, 2017. Retrieved August 6, 2017.
  7. ^ Haritaworn, J.; Lin, C.-J.; Klesse, C. (August 15, 2016). "Poly/logue: A Critical Introduction to Polyamory". Sexualities. 9 (5): 515–29. doi:10.1177/1363460706069963. S2CID 145274479. Polyamory describes a form of relationship where it is possible, valid and worthwhile to maintain (usually long-term) intimate and sexual relationships with multiple partners simultaneously.
  8. ^ Klesse, C. (August 15, 2016). "Polyamory and its 'Others': Contesting the Terms of Non-Monogamy". Sexualities. 9 (5): 565–583. doi:10.1177/1363460706069986. S2CID 143812369.
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