A recent study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior explored the phenomenon of symbiosexuality, which refers to one’s attraction to the dynamic energy between two or more people in an existing relationship. Researcher Sally W. Johnston, faculty at Seattle University, explains symbiosexuality as “an attraction to the energy, multidimensionality, and power shared between people in relationships.”

It’s different from other sexualities, such as bisexuality or pansexuality, which involve attraction to people of various or all genders. Symbiosexuality focuses on the bond and connection between people in a relationship rather than individuals or their genders.

Symbiosexuality is observed across a wide range of ages, racial backgrounds, socio-economic classes, and gender identities. Most individuals from the study who experienced symbiosexuality identified themselves as polyamorous or queer.

Here’s what they reported as most interesting in relationships they were attracted to:

1. Energy and cohesion: Many participants were attracted to the energy and cohesion displayed by couples,........

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