The last decade has seen an explosion of interest in consensually non-monogamous
relationships. This article critically reviews current research and theory in this area, focusing …

The increased media and public curiosity on the topic of consensual non-monogamy (CNM)
presents an interesting case, given that these types of relationships are highly stigmatized …

" A man and woman are in an open relationship. They have agreed that having sexual
partners outside of their relationship is permissible. One night, when her partner is in …

This article focuses on kinksters–people involved in 'kinky'or 'perverted'sexual acts and
relationships frequently involving bondage/discipline, dominance/submission and/or …

Coupledom and notions of intimacy and family formation with one committed partner are
hallmarks of family and relationship science. Recent national surveys in the United States …

Polyamory is a type of consensual non-monogamy (CNM) in which participants engage in
multiple simultaneous romantic and often sexual relationships with the knowledge and …

Opponents of same-sex marriage identify multiple-partner families as the pivotal step that,
were same-sex marriage legalized, would propel society down a “slippery slope” to …

Drawing on an internalized homonegativity and minority stress framework, the present study
sought to address whether people engaged in consensual non-monogamy (CNM) …

As a response to the greater visibility of alternative relationship and family forms, polyamory
(ie the practice of consensual multipartner relationships) has recently moved to the centre of …

This special issue explores key issues regarding the parenting practices within polyamorous
and consensually non-monogamous intimate relationships. The contributions are concerned …