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Kate’s Unexpected Affair
- Kate was happily married but found herself obsessing over another man, Steve.
- She eventually acted on the impulse and initiated an affair spontaneously.
Infidelity's Complex Nature
- Most people want exclusivity but exhibit high rates of infidelity, creating a paradox.
- Infidelity extends beyond sex to emotional, romantic, or secret involvement breaking exclusivity agreements.
Voles Reveal Monogamy’s Biology
- Prairie voles form pair bonds supported by vasopressin hormone affecting their social and mating behavior.
- Genetic differences explain why some voles are monogamous, while others are promiscuous with evolutionary benefits for both.