September 2017 PMID 28542619

Perceptions of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory.

Rhonda N Balzarini, Lorne Campbell, Taylor Kohut, Bjarne M Holmes, Justin J Lehmiller, Jennifer J Harman, Nicole Atkins

Mentions

25
Peak: 2 in May 2021
across 5 sources since Feb 2018

Extended reach

2,204,087
potential audience

Total likes

40,881

Video views

2,195,427

Mentions per month

Feb 2018 – Aug 2022

Where it's discussed

  • News12 articles
  • Reddit4 posts
  • Blogs4 articles
  • X / Twitter3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions predominantly center on referencing other scholarly works like Barker and Langdridge's book, indicating a preference for academic context, with some posts mentioning the article's focus on perceptions in polyamory, yet few elaborating on specific findings or implications, which reflects a moderate level of interest and light engagement.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed reactions, with some acknowledging the research's validity, while others express skepticism or suggest alternative sources.

InterestModerate interest

Overall interest is moderate, with users referencing specific works like Barker and Langdridge's book and the main article, indicating some curiosity about the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts involve some level of engagement through references and brief commentary, but lack in-depth analysis or personal insights.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions appear to have limited immediate impact, mainly serving as pointers to further reading rather than changing perceptions or practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores how people in polyamorous relationships perceive their primary and secondary partners, finding that they generally feel less stigma and more commitment, satisfaction, and open communication with primary partners.
  • Despite these positive perceptions, individuals spend more sexual time with secondary partners, highlighting a complex balance between emotional commitments and sexual activity.
  • The findings help us understand the unique dynamics of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory, pointing to both the emotional rewards and challenges involved, and suggest areas for future research.]

Top posts

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Ian ianingf.bsky.social
@Ianingf · X

@thepursuinglife I am. I suggest we start with Barker and Langdridge's "Understanding Non-Monogamies". Then if there are still any questions, then "Perceptions of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory" by Balzarini may be warranted.

Feb 2, 2022 · 6 likes · 135 followers View post →
Shigenori Terazawa
@terashige8 · X

承前)PlOS ONEのセクシュアリティ関連論文。 ポリアモリーに関する分析。 #PLOSONE: Perceptions of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory https://t.co/GHV9IylNKF

May 15, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,198 followers View post →

All mentions

Ian ianingf.bsky.social
@Ianingf · X

@thepursuinglife I am. I suggest we start with Barker and Langdridge's "Understanding Non-Monogamies". Then if there are still any questions, then "Perceptions of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory" by Balzarini may be warranted.

Feb 2, 2022 · 6 likes · 135 followers View post →
きのコ/場づくり屋
@kinoko1027 · X

RT @terashige8: 承前)PlOS ONEのセクシュアリティ関連論文。 ポリアモリーに関する分析。 #PLOSONE: Perceptions of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory https://t…

May 15, 2021 · 1 share · 7,324 followers View post →
Shigenori Terazawa
@terashige8 · X

承前)PlOS ONEのセクシュアリティ関連論文。 ポリアモリーに関する分析。 #PLOSONE: Perceptions of primary and secondary relationships in polyamory https://t.co/GHV9IylNKF

May 15, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,198 followers View post →