Thread by @BuddingTherapy

At the end of #AceWeek, I wanted to highlight some of the terms you might hear under the #AsexualUmbrella

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Box 1: Umbrella "Asexual"
Asexuality is defined as a lack of sexual attraction to others/ low/ absent interest in/ desire for sexual activity. Asexuality is sometimes called ace.

Asexuality is like any other identity – at its core, it's just a word that people use to help figure themselves out.

Box 2: Umbrella "Grey-Sexual"
Grey-Asexuality is seen as the "Grey Area" between asexuality and sexuality. Grey-Asexuality is often called "Grey-A" or "Grey Ace".

This identity is usually defined as someone who rarely experiences sexual attraction, and when they do, it's due to very specific circumstances.

Box 3: Umbrella "Demi-Sexual"
Demi-Sexuality means that a person does not experience sexual attraction until they have formed a strong emotional connection with a prospective partner.

This emotional connection does not always equal "love", simply a deep and meaningful relationship needs to be in place.

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