What does consensual non-monogamy mean?

Zenab Kashif
Sep 23, 2022
1 min read

Updated: Jun 6, 2024

Consensual non-monogamy (CNM) or ethical non-monogamy (ENM) refers to various types of relationships where individuals engage in multiple romantic or sexual relationships with mutual consent. Examples include polyamory, swinging, and open relationships.

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