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Addressing the Social Expectation for Romantic Love - Challenging Amatonormativity

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Explore the concept of amatonormativity and its impact on society in this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Delve into the harmful effects of the social expectation that romantic relationships are necessary for happiness, affecting individuals across various relationship statuses. Examine how this overlooked social norm impacts aromantic individuals, singles seeking partners, and even those in happy romantic partnerships. Discover practical strategies to mitigate these harms and strengthen all types of relationships, both romantic and platonic. Gain insights from Riya Bolander, a senior psychology and vocal performance double major, as they share their perspective on challenging societal norms and fostering more inclusive attitudes towards diverse relationship experiences.

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Addressing the social expectation for romantic love | Riya Bolander | TEDxBinghamtonUniversity

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