As is the case with any pop in of sexuality, theres much room for nuance here.
For that reason, any definition of demisexuality isnt absolutely concrete.
Its up to the individual to truly define what their own sexuality looks like and how it presents itself.
Verywell / Theresa Chiechi
Even somedating websitesallow users to select ‘demisexual’ as their sexual orientation.
Margaret Seide, a board-certified psychiatrist and faculty member at New York University.
When Does Someone Who Identifies as Demisexual Become Physically Attracted to Someone?
Where Demisexuality Falls on the Sexuality Spectrum
Many demisexual people consider themselves to be on theasexualspectrum.
Demisexuality describes the circumstances in which a person experiences attraction.
Who the person is attracted to can vary.
Demisexuals may consider themselves heterosexual, bisexual, gay, lesbian, queer,polyamorous, orpansexual.
Regarding gender, a demisexual person might identify as male, female, agender, or nonbinary.
People are ever-evolving and fluid.
The Difference Between Demisexual and Sapiosexual
The terms demisexual and sapiosexual are sometimes conflated.
Though somewhat similar, they are actually two very different terms.
This wouldn’t be in line with a demisexual, who requires more emotional depth.
So, Why Are the Terms Often Confused?
Common Misconceptions About Demisexuality
Confusion about demisexuality is common.
It could also be possible that someone youreromanticallyinterested in has told you that theyre demisexual.
Whatever the case, its important to be sensitive, accepting, and patient.
Above all, it’s important to respect the other person’s boundaries and keep communication clear and honest.
GLAAD.Explore the spectrum: Guide to finding your ace community.
