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#825 - Macken Murphy - The New Science Of Why Men & Women Cheat

Modern Wisdom

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Exploring Female Infidelity and Mating Strategies

This chapter examines the dual mating hypothesis and mate switching hypothesis, emphasizing the complexities of female infidelity through empirical research. It discusses how women may prioritize physical attractiveness in affair partners while valuing parenting qualities in primary partners, revealing nuances in human mating behavior. The chapter challenges traditional views of infidelity motivations, illustrating that both genders share similar reasons for cheating, thus complicating our understanding of attraction and relationship dynamics.

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