Non-monogamy at its most basic is a relationship that involves more than two people. Ethical non-monogamy implies that all parties are being treated respectfully, and that enthusiastic consent to the arrangement has been given by everyone involved.

How many people are ethically non monogamous?

Ethical non monogamy, or having multiple partners, is not for everyone, and thats okay. Most people are in committed relationships with just one person. However, its estimated that over one-fifth of Americans have engaged in consensual ethical non monogamy relationships (21.9%).

Is it OK to be non monogamous?

Just like monogamous relationships, non-monogamous relationships can be happy and satisfying, and last just as long. And just like monogamous relationships they can difficult and challenging. But being in a non-monogamous relationship doesnt mean you are any more likely to be unhealthy or unhappy.

Can humans really be monogamous?

Monogamy in humans is beneficial because it increases the chances of raising offspring, but it is actually very rare in mammals – less than 10 per cent of mammal species are monogamous, compared with 90 per cent of bird species. Even in primates, where it is more common, only about a quarter of species are monogamous.