Swinging and polyamory are both forms of consensual non-monogamy, but they have different emphases. Swinging (often called “couple swapping”) focuses on multiple sexual partners while maintaining a core romantic couple relationship. Polyamory, on the other hand, involves multiple simultaneous romantic…
Open Relationships Through the Generations
Relationships in the United States are evolving. Consensual non-monogamy — which can include swinging, polyamory, open marriage, and other arrangements — is becoming more visible and accepted across age groups. A recent Pew study found that about half of adults…