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#825 - Macken Murphy - The New Science Of Why Men & Women Cheat
Modern Wisdom
Top Motivations for Women to Cheat
The primary motivation for women to cheat is relationship dissatisfaction, with a significant number expressing this as their main reason. A notable percentage, specifically 22%, cite their primary partner's lack of investment as a factor, highlighting that not all infidelity is driven by a dual mating strategy. Many women engage with partners perceived as less attractive, suggesting that motivations can be complex and not solely based on genetic quality. Additionally, approximately 20% cheat due to feelings that their partner is insufficiently invested, challenging the notion of seeking both good genes and investment. Revenge emerges as the third most common reason, with 15.5% of women reporting infidelity as retaliation for their partner's cheating, indicating a psychological insight into infidelity where women's opportunities for revenge may hinge on their partners’ disloyalty.
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