A brain-wiring headline is not a permission slip, and it is not a diagnosis.
What the research is about
Sex and Psychology covers research on whether people are oriented toward monogamy or non-monogamy.
Source: Are Our Brains ‘Wired’ For Monogamy Or Non-Monogamy?, Sex and Psychology, August 11,
- Figures, samples, and methods are on that page.
How this shows up in public play
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You do not have to settle the science before you tell a partner what you want.
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An event listing does not know your relationship agreement.
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If you are new to non-monogamy, go to a social night before a play party.
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Do not treat a stranger's date as available because a study said non-monogamy is common.