Statistics on Infidelity – What the Numbers Tell Us
The statistics on infidelity have indicated that almost 54% of married women and 57% of married men have been involved in an extramarital affair at some point in their marriage. This means that over 50% of the married population look for intimacy outside of their marriage. This goes even further to suggest that something is missing in the marital relationship and forcing them to look elsewhere for satisfaction.
The Gut Indicator
Experts stated that gut instinct is a powerful indicator of cheating. The statistics stand at 85% of women and 50% of men will guess right that their mate is cheating. Most of them stated that they had a ‘feeling’ that something was different about their spouses.
Not About Sex
The statistics seem to imply that affairs are usually not about sex. Yes, there is sexual involvement, but it seems that the main thing that pushes married people to cheat on their spouses is the fact that their emotional needs are not being met. The overwhelming desire to be connected to someone on an emotional level leads to more than conversation. Presumably, the marriage is empty and unsatisfying for some reason. People seem to have a natural tendency to put their work, children, hobbies and friends ahead of their partners. Neglecting a partner can easily lead to a failing relationship, which could in turn could lead to infidelity.
Not About Marrying the Lover
One thing that is less known about infidelity is the fact that cheaters that find themselves divorced are not likely to marry their lovers. This could stem from guilt, the intervention of reality, or merely because they would not trust their lover to be faithful in marriage.
Emotions Need to be Addressed
Statistics indicate that emotional cheating is becoming more prominent especially with individuals who are emotionally withdrawn from their spouse. A new field of interest in this statistic is internet cheating, which has come to the forefront as more and more people are accessing and using the internet. Many married individuals are enjoying an online relationship as a “filler” for the emotional intimacy they are lack in their marriages.
To many people, these statistics shockingly suggest that the institution of marriage is not as strong as it used to be. Is it the institution of marriage that is weak or the people who enter into marriage? The foundational principles the institution is built on have not changed. These principles are commitment and fidelity. Many couples may enter marriage without realizing the enormity of the promises they made.
The numbers are telling us that a lot of married people are not committed to their marriages. Committed people work to solve problems in their marriage and remain faithful. Uncommitted people do not face problems and often have a tendency to look elsewhere for gratification.
Strong marriages are possible, but they require work. It is much easier to walk away from a problem than to sit down and work it out. Sometimes relationships need help. If you know your relationship is in trouble, face the problems head on and get help if needed.
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