asexuality

Also known as nonsexuality, asexual, ace, aces

Asexuality is the lack of sexual attraction to others, or low or absent interest in or desire for sexual activity. It may be considered a sexual orientation, or the lack thereof. It may also be categorized more widely to include a broad spectrum of asexual sub-identities.

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Asexuality refers to experiencing little to no sexual attraction to others or having minimal interest in sexual activity, and it's recognized by some as a sexual orientation or identity spectrum. Understanding asexuality matters because it helps people recognize and articulate their own experiences, and it broadens how we think about the different ways people experience sexuality and relationships.

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Sexuality.title: Asexuality
Sexuality.flag: Asexual Pride Flag.svg
Sexuality.flag_alt: A flag consisting of 4 equal-spaced horizontal stripes, from top to bottom: black, grey, white, purple.
Sexuality.flag_name: Asexual pride flag
Sexuality.flag_meaning: Black for asexuality; gray for gray-asexuality; white for allosexuality; purple for community
Sexuality.definition: Little to no sexual attraction to others; low or absent sexual desire or interest in sexual activity
Sexuality.abbreviations: ace

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Commons category: Human asexuality
hashtag: asexual

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Contents

Definition, identity and relationships
Relationships
Romantic and interpersonal relationships
Gray asexuality
Research
Prevalence
Sexual orientation, mental health and cause
Sexual activity and sexuality
Feminist research
Intersections with race and disability
Bogaert's psychological work and theories
Community
Symbols
Microlabels
Events
Arts and literature
Fiction
Non-fiction
Religion
Christianity
Discrimination and legal protections
In media
See also
Explanatory notes
References
Further reading
External links

Asexuality is distinct from sexual abstinence and from celibacy, which are behavioral and generally motivated by factors such as an individual's personal, social, or religious beliefs. Sexual orientation, unlike sexual behavior, is believed to be "enduring". Some asexual people engage in sexual activity despite lacking sexual attraction or a desire for sex, for a number of reasons, such as a desire to physically please themselves or romantic partners, or a desire to have children.