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 …

Recent years have seen considerable interest in consensual non-monogamy from both
public and academic perspectives. At least 5% of the North American population is currently …

We proposed that the premise that monogamy is the exemplary form of romantic partnership
underlies much theory and research on relationship quality, and we addressed how this bias …

Consensual nonmonogamy is a term used to describe intimate romantic relationships that
are sexually and/or emotionally nonexclusive. The present study examined the social norms …

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 …

People view monogamy as the optimal form of partnering and stigmatize consensual non-
monogamous (CNM) relationships. Likewise, attachment researchers often equate romantic …

Open relationships are those in which individuals agree to participate in sexual and/or
emotional and romantic interactions with more than one partner. Accurate estimates of the …

In order to extend the literature on consensual nonmonogamy, we conducted two studies
that examined public awareness and perceptions of polyamory. Specifically, we identified …

Objective: Drawing on minority stress perspectives, we investigated the therapy experiences
of individuals in consensually nonmonogamous (CNM) relationships. Method: We recruited …

This study aimed to analyze laypeople's definitions of polyamory and compare definitions
presented by people who are not willing to engage in consensual non-monogamy (CNM) …