Many asexual people have romantic feelings for other people, go on dates, and have long and short-term romantic relationships. They dont generally have an aversion to sex or depictions of sex — they simply dont feel sexual attraction. A person does not become asexual because they have been rejected sexually.

Can someone who is asexual be in a relationship?

Can asexual people be in romantic relationships? Asexuals can get married, have children and really enjoy intimate relationships. Think about it, the difference between romantic relationships and friendships isnt based solely on sex.

What is an asexual relationship like?

An asexual person might not experience sexual attraction, but they might still experience romantic attraction. An asexual person could be romantically attracted to people of the same gender, people of another gender, or people of multiple genders. Many asexual people want — and have — romantic relationships.