
#825 - Macken Murphy - The New Science Of Why Men & Women Cheat
Modern Wisdom
Unpacking Infidelity: Theories and Motivations
This chapter explores the complex theories of infidelity, focusing on women's motivations through the dual mating and mate switching hypotheses. It examines survey research on 1,500 participants, highlighting how affair partners are often seen as more physically attractive while primary partners are valued for parenting. The discussion emphasizes the evolutionary implications of these behaviors and ongoing debates in the scientific community.
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