About 1% of people identify as demisexual — experiencing attraction only after emotional bonding. This is a relatively new term that has emerged within the past decade, but it can be useful for understanding the full spectrum of human sexuality. Demisexuals are people who do not experience sexual attraction unless they have an emotional connection to someone else. Some people believe this means they are asexual, and others think it's just another way of saying "heterosexual" or "bisexual." But what does it really mean?
First, let's look at some facts about sexuality. Sexuality is a broad concept that encompasses many different aspects of human behavior and feelings. It includes everything from gender identity to physical attraction to desire for sexual activity. Everyone experiences sexuality differently and there is no one way to define it. For example, heterosexual men may feel attracted to women physically without ever feeling emotionally connected to them, while homosexual women may never experience a sexual attraction without first connecting emotionally.
Demisexuality falls somewhere in between these two extremes. Demisexuals do not experience sexual attraction until they form an emotional bond with someone else. They may be attracted to anyone regardless of their gender identity, but they need to know that person well before they feel any sort of sexual interest. The strength of the emotional bond depends on the individual; some demisexuals find themselves attracted to almost everyone they meet if they share certain traits (such as intelligence), while others are only attracted to a select few.
This type of sexuality has been criticized by some because it seems like it goes against traditional ideas about romance and dating. However, there are actually several types of relationships that involve some level of emotional intimacy before sex: friendship, courtship, marriage, etc. Many people believe that sex should always come after emotional connection, so demisexuality can seem strange to those who don't understand it. But this doesn't mean it's wrong or unnatural—it just means that demisexuals have different preferences when it comes to how they express their sexuality.
Overall, demisexuality is simply another option for experiencing human sexuality. It's a valid way of being and shouldn't be judged negatively simply because it differs from what society considers "normal." Everyone experiences life differently, including sexual attraction. We all deserve respect and understanding no matter our identities or preferences.