If I am demisexual, do I still need to come out to my friends and family, and if so, how do I explain?

Well, to start, you never *need* to come out to anyone if you don't want to. But, if you feel like you need or want to tell your friends and family, then you should. If you end up doing so, start by explaining to them how you feel when you think of being in a realtionship. Try to explain to them WHY you need that connection and how it makes you feel. Just help them understand what you go through. Of course, you know your family and friends best and you'll know how to talk to them when the time feels right. If it makes sense to them, great! And if they don't quite get it, that's ok too. You're valid and you know that, and that's all that matters.

well i my self am demisexual so i understand how you may feel. remember coming out goes at your own pace, you are not required to do anything so if you do not want to no you do not have to come out, but if you choose too heres how you could go about it. Demisexual is on the spectrum of asexual and not feeling a attraction to someone until you have gained a deep emotional connection, this may be hard for some to understand, so sit them down and give them time there may be questions so be prepared for that. really just be there listen and try to answer any questions just as you would when explaining anything else new to them. I wish you all the luck on your journey