Always Been Close Pure Taboo - [updated]

Incestuous relationships, particularly those involving siblings or parents, have long been considered a taboo topic. While such relationships are illegal in many countries, they still occur, often shrouded in secrecy. Those involved may cite feelings of comfort, trust, and familiarity as reasons for their connection. However, experts argue that these relationships can be damaging, particularly for children, who may experience emotional and psychological trauma.

In literature, the "always close, pure taboo" trope appears in: always been close pure taboo

Most ethical systems (deontological, virtue, care ethics) reject pure taboo violation precisely because it is pure —not grounded in harm. However, queer and feminist critiques (e.g., Rubin's "Thinking Sex") argue that "pure" taboos often police non-normative intimacy (e.g., historical laws against interracial or same-sex closeness). The phrase "always been close" can be a defense mechanism: "We have always loved each other; why is it wrong now?" However, experts argue that these relationships can be