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Polyamory Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

Is polyamory right for me?

Polyamory is a form of consensual non-monogamy in which individuals are open to having more than one romantic or sexual relationship at a time. Take this test to explore your openness and attitude toward polyamory.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
1. I believe it’s possible to love multiple people in a romantic way at the same time.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
2. Having more than one intimate partner doesn’t necessarily weaken the connection in each relationship.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
3. I’ve never been in a polyamorous relationship, but I’d consider one.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
4. People use polyamorous relationships as a way to cheat on their partners without consequences.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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5. It’s possible to have several satisfying intimate relationships at the same time.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
6. I think that committed relationships with more than two individuals should have the same legal rights as married couples.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
7. I’d allow my children to spend time with a peer who had polyamorous parents.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
8. The idea of being in a consensually non-monogamous relationship appeals to me.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
9. I’m very open to new experiences and relationships.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
10. Polyamory is harmful to children.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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11. I’ve fantasized about being in a polyamorous relationship.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
12. Polyamorous relationships can be successful in the long term.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
13. I can see myself entering into a non-monogamous relationship.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
14. I’m open to exploring relationship structures outside of traditional monogamy.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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15. Religious forms of polyamory (such as polygamy) are acceptable.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
16. I’ve been in a polyamorous relationship, and I’d be in another.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
17. I’d be comfortable with a relationship where my partner and I both have other partners.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
18. I think that polyamorous relationships spread STIs.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
19. In my relationships, I’m an excellent communicator.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
20. I’d consider a polyamorous relationship if it were more socially acceptable.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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Who Is This Test For?

This test is for anyone who wants to explore their attitudes about polyamory. It’s designed for adults and is not intended to be prescriptive.

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Sources

Cohen, M.T., and Wilson, K. Consensual Non-Monogamy Attitude Scale (CNAS). 

Johnson, S.M., et al. Attitudes Towards Polyamory (ATP) Scale.

Moors, A.C., et al. Singles in America Survey via Desire, Familiarity, and Engagement in Polyamory: Results From a National Sample of Single Adults in the United States.

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