Inside Mental Health
AshleyMadison.com Shares What Causes Cheating in Relationships
Aug 17, 2023
Recent research shows that the reasons for cheating in relationships are more complex than just wanting more sex or being dissatisfied. The podcast explores how Ashley Madison helps debunk misconceptions about affairs. It also discusses the motivations behind affairs and challenges societal expectations. The speakers address misconceptions about OCD and societal perception of relationships. They also explore shifting attitudes towards infidelity and offer advice for considering an affair.
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Quick takeaways
- Having an affair does not necessarily indicate a lack of love or commitment to one's primary partner.
- Sexual dissatisfaction and the need for emotional validation are significant motivations for individuals to have affairs.
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Impact on Primary Relationship
The podcast episode discusses a study conducted by Johns Hopkins which found that having an affair did not affect how people felt about their primary partners. Many individuals still loved and remained committed to their spouses, as the affair fulfilled needs that were lacking in their primary relationships.
