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[[File:Acespec.png|alt=A flag with four even horizontal stripes. From top to bottom they are dark blue, purple, light grey, and dusty pink.|thumb|The asexual spectrum flag.]] |
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| ⚫ | The '''asexual spectrum''' or '''asexual umbrella''' is a group of sexual orientations that all fall under the [[umbrella term]] of [[asexual]]. People on the asexual spectrum may completely lack [[sexual attraction]] or feel it so little that they relate more to the asexual experience than to the [[allosexual]] experience. The common link between people on the asexual spectrum is that they do not feel the "standard" amount of sexual attraction or feel it in the "standard" way. |
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== Ace-Spec Identities == |
== Ace-Spec Identities == |
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While there are numerous ace-spec identities, some are more common, like asexual, [[demisexual]], and [[greysexual]], and can stand on their own as identities. Other ace-spec identities include: |
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*[[Aceflux]] |
*[[Aceflux]] |
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*[[Acespike]] |
*[[Acespike]] |
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*[[Agnosexual|Alicosexual]] |
*[[Agnosexual|Alicosexual]] |
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*[[Asexual]] |
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*[[Demisexual]] |
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*[[Fictosexual]] |
*[[Fictosexual]] |
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*[[Fraysexual]] |
*[[Fraysexual]] |
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*[[Greysexual]] |
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*[[Inactsexual]] |
*[[Inactsexual]] |
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*[[Lithosexual|Lithosexual/Akiosexual]] |
*[[Lithosexual|Lithosexual/Akiosexual]] |
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=== Ace-Spec Microlabels === |
=== Ace-Spec Microlabels === |
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Some identities in the asexual spectrum are [[Microlabel|microlabels]] or identities that fall under the umbrella and cannot stand on its own. This means that explaining this identities usually requires referring to more common ace-spec identities to explain them to oneself and others. Ace-spec microlabels include: |
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*[[Aegosexual|Aegosexual/Autochorisexual]] |
*[[Aegosexual|Aegosexual/Autochorisexual]] |
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*[[Ansexual]] |
*[[Ansexual]] |
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*[[Placiosexual]] |
*[[Placiosexual]] |
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*[[Requisexual]] |
*[[Requisexual]] |
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A more [[:Category:Ace-spec identity|complete list]] of ace-spec microlabels and identities ensures that all ranges of experiences with asexual sexuality are recognized. |
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[[:Category:Ace-spec identity|A more complete list of ace-spec identities.]] |
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== Ace-Spec Terminology == |
== Ace-Spec Terminology == |
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Shared terminology among ace-spec people and between ace-spec people and allosexual people helps ace-spec people discuss their experiences. |
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*[[Allosexual]] |
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*[[Angled Aroace]] |
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Terms like [[sex-ambivalent]], [[sex-favorable]], [[sex-indifferent]], and [[sex-repulsed]] help ace-spec people explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec people may also have a non-standard understanding of [[attraction]], particularly [[sexual attraction]]. |
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*[[Attraction]] |
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*[[Electio Aroace]] |
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Other terms help ace-spec people discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as [[Romantic Attraction|romantic orientation]], [[Split Attraction Model (SAM)|the Split Attraction Model]], and [[Tertiary Attraction|tertiary attraction]]. Terms like [[Angled Aroace|angled aroace]], [[Electio Aroace|electio aroace]], and [[Oriented Aroace|oriented aroace]] are useful for ace-spec people who interact with or are also part of the [[Aromantic Spectrum|aromantic spectrum]], known as aroace. |
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*[[Oriented Aroace]] |
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*[[Romantic Orientation]] |
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*[[Sex-favorable]] |
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*[[Sex-indifferent]] |
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*[[Sex-repulsed]] |
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*[[Sex-ambivalent]] |
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*[[Sexual Attraction]] |
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*[[Split Attraction Model (SAM)|Split Attraction Model]] |
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*[[Tertiary Attraction]] |
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== Flag == |
== Flag == |
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Although the asexual flag can be used to represent the asexual spectrum, a flag was created that represents all ace-spec people, not just focusing on people who are purely asexual. The flag was created by Tumblr user |
Although the asexual flag can be used to represent the asexual spectrum, a flag was created that represents all ace-spec people, not just focusing on people who are purely asexual. The flag was created by Tumblr user potionflags on July 25, 2020.<ref>[https://theflagarchive.tumblr.com/post/624655680467599360/asexual-spectrum-flag-while-i-like-the-asexual Tumblr post creating the asexual spectrum flag.]</ref> |
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The dark blue stripe represents the asexual community, its history and intra-solidarity. The purple stripe comes from the asexual flag and represents all asexual identities. The white stripe represents self-determination, pride in one's identity, and acceptance of one's and others’ asexuality. The cream stripe represents diversity in experiences and types of attractions. |
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== References == |
== References == |
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Revision as of 00:07, 4 May 2021
The asexual spectrum or asexual umbrella is a group of sexual orientations that all fall under the umbrella term of asexual. People on the asexual spectrum may completely lack sexual attraction or feel it so little that they relate more to the asexual experience than to the allosexual experience. The common link between people on the asexual spectrum is that they do not feel the "standard" amount of sexual attraction or feel it in the "standard" way.
People on the asexual spectrum are often referred to as "a-spec" or "ace-spec" for short. Ace-spec people can have any romantic orientation, including aromantic.
Ace-Spec Identities
While there are numerous ace-spec identities, some are more common, like asexual, demisexual, and greysexual, and can stand on their own as identities. Other ace-spec identities include:
- Aceflux
- Acespike
- Alicosexual
- Fictosexual
- Fraysexual
- Inactsexual
- Lithosexual/Akiosexual
- Reciprosexual
- Axiosexual
- Ametoric
Ace-Spec Microlabels
Some identities in the asexual spectrum are microlabels or identities that fall under the umbrella and cannot stand on its own. This means that explaining this identities usually requires referring to more common ace-spec identities to explain them to oneself and others. Ace-spec microlabels include:
- Aegosexual/Autochorisexual
- Ansexual
- Apothisexual
- Caedsexual
- Cupiosexual
- Iamvanosexual
- Myrsexual
- Placiosexual
- Requisexual
A more complete list of ace-spec microlabels and identities ensures that all ranges of experiences with asexual sexuality are recognized.
Ace-Spec Terminology
Shared terminology among ace-spec people and between ace-spec people and allosexual people helps ace-spec people discuss their experiences.
Terms like sex-ambivalent, sex-favorable, sex-indifferent, and sex-repulsed help ace-spec people explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec people may also have a non-standard understanding of attraction, particularly sexual attraction.
Other terms help ace-spec people discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as romantic orientation, the Split Attraction Model, and tertiary attraction. Terms like angled aroace, electio aroace, and oriented aroace are useful for ace-spec people who interact with or are also part of the aromantic spectrum, known as aroace.
Flag
Although the asexual flag can be used to represent the asexual spectrum, a flag was created that represents all ace-spec people, not just focusing on people who are purely asexual. The flag was created by Tumblr user potionflags on July 25, 2020.[1]
The dark blue stripe represents the asexual community, its history and intra-solidarity. The purple stripe comes from the asexual flag and represents all asexual identities. The white stripe represents self-determination, pride in one's identity, and acceptance of one's and others’ asexuality. The cream stripe represents diversity in experiences and types of attractions.