Well in short it seems that it does not, even when accounting for relationship quality. Results for future expectations offer a potentially brighter picture. What buffers loneliness for asexuals? We’re speculating, but maybe platonic queer friendships. Check out the preprint! osf.io/preprints/os...

@nessamillet.bsky.social relevant to discussions we have been having in the group.

Also luckily we’re not doing this work in the States 🇺🇸 so we’re still allowed to ask questions about gender apparently.