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The science behind polyamory

The science behind polyamory

60-Second Science vor 7 Monaten

Discover what researchers have learned about polyamory, what misconceptions people have about such multipartner relationships and how individuals actually navigate them

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In this episode of Science Quickly, we explore what research
reveals about polyamory, how multipartner relationships actually
function and why communication and consent are central to making
them work. Anthropologist Rebecca J. Lester helps break down common
myths, highlight the ethics at the core of polyamory and shares
insights that can strengthen any relationship—monogamous or
otherwise. Recommended Reading: The truth about polyamory New
Sexual Revolution: Polyamory May Be Good for You How often do
people fall passionately in love? The answer may be less than you
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produced by Kendra Pierre-Louis, Fonda Mwangi, Sushmita Pathak and
Jeff DelViscio. This episode was edited by Alex Sugiura, with
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