Open RELATIONSHIPS
WHO|February 20, 2023
Is ethical non-monogamy for you?
Open RELATIONSHIPS

Long distance, casual, situational – we know relationships come in many forms, yet one form earns considerable scrutiny: the open relationship (also known as ethical non-monogamy).

Critics tell us that non-monogamous partnerships are rare and destined to fail (look at the discourse that followed when Abbie Chatfield and Konrad Bien-Stephen called time on their open relationship). However non-monogamy is more common than you might think. According to Normal’s Big Australian Sex Survey 2022, one in three Australians are curious about or currently practising non-monogamy.

Whether you’re considering an open relationship or just want to learn more, here’s what you need to know.

WHAT IS ENM?

This story is from the February 20, 2023 edition of WHO.

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