#825 - Macken Murphy - The New Science Of Why Men & Women Cheat
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Top Motivations for Women to Cheat
The primary motivation for women to cheat is relationship dissatisfaction, underscoring a significant discontent with their current partnerships. A noteworthy percentage, about 22%, cite their primary partner's lack of investment as a reason for infidelity, indicating a disconnect in emotional engagement. Interestingly, not all affairs align with the dual mating strategy, as many women engage with partners they perceive as less attractive, challenging the notion that attraction alone drives these decisions. Additionally, about 20% of women report cheating specifically as a response to their partner's unfaithfulness, revealing a notable trend of infidelity linked to revenge. This suggests a strategic element whereby women may react to their partner's cheating, with the data indicating that women often cheat when men do, reflecting a cycle of infidelity motivated by hurt and betrayal.
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