Why do so many people cheat on their significant others?
961435
I have wondered this myself. I think all the morals in society have gone down the drain. I would never do that to anyone, if I decided I wanted someone else, other than my husband/bf, I would leave them rather than cheat. But if I make the marriage commitment, then that is for life. The moral situation explains the divorce rate also. I guess some people are brought up better than others.
467760
There are cheaters and then there are mistakes...u can't prevent a cheater from cheating but you can prevent mistakes from happening..I beleive everyone is capable of making mistakes, and for those which are truely honest mistakes, can learn from them so they are not repeated...it may end that particular relationship but they know better to make that same mistake in their next relationship...it sometimes takes good judgement to recognize the difference between the two to avoid being a victim of a cheater.
511128
Not feeling secure in their current relationship...  Their relationship basically sucks, or the sex sucks, or maybe their partner cheated.  Or, they cheat just because they can.\n\nThere's so many different reasons for different people.  It's hard to pin-point the real reason.
1151645
Most women I know who cheated were either bored with their married lives, or were in an unhappy marriage or relationship and could not or would not wait until they were out before starting something new.  I always say leave before beginning anything new.  Also, the grass is not always greener on the other side.
317928
Different people cheat for different reasons.  Some men aren't getting what they need from their significant others, and other men just enjoy the thrill of it. Of course some just enjoy the change of pace so to speak.  And what you've suggested doing to either prevent it, or allow it to happen, is going to have a different reaction on different people.  If you leave it open a lot of men will take advantage of it, and some will not.  \n\nTo answer your topic question yes I believe there is casual sex.  I believe most men have the capacity to love somebody and have sex with another and tie no emotions to it.  This may not be comforting to most women, but it's often times the case.  What happens when that casual relationship turns into something more is because the man allowed it to, but if that happens there was something wrong with the relationship to begin with.  I'm not saying it's the woman's fault, by cheating you've opened up the risk of that happening.  And contrary to popular belief it takes two to tango.  No amount of being drunk or the skill of the seductress can be used for an excuse.  But if the man is open to it, maybe there is something wrong with the relationship to make him seek sex from another person?
556991
It depends. Some people make a one time mistake. Others make it a habit. I know two women that both cheated. The first one cheated on her husband and felt so bad she threw up the next morning. The second one cheated on her boyfriend with seven other men... at least a dozen times between them. Some people make single mistake and regret it forever. Others don't regret it and continue that behavior.
1172664
Women cheat just as much on men so that is really unfair. Women are 90% of the reason why men cheat. That and that they are dumb bastards.
1016441
Well, men and women alike cheat. Not everyone mind you. We are all different and have our reasons for cheating or not cheating. Speaking on behalf of men, my personal opinion is that if a man cheats, he does think about it, even if its at a subconscious level. I have never cheated on anyone I have been with, but that's my choice. I prefer to end the relationship if I feel that I want to be with another woman. Cheating isn't worth the headaches or the risk of losing someone you might care about.\n\nI think if someone cheats, they have very low morals and isn't someone worth being with. This is why I believe that most people get involved in serious relationships too early in life. They should be out there having fun and enjoying their youth. There will be plenty of time to get involved in a serious relationship. Once we learn what love is really about, we can make better decisions on who will might want to spend the rest of our lives with.
322098
Guys that frequently accuse their girlfriend's of cheating suffer from one of two things.  Either A. They are guilty themselves, or B. They are just insecure.  Regardless of the reason, they should be avoided.
139664
If they can put in the effort and have the determination to settle down with that special someone then sure. Most players/cheaters can do this, others are just fixated in their own realities of having more than one girlfriend/boyfriend. It all just depends I guess; but, I think that if they strived to be with just one person and not stray from their relationship, then yes I think they can.
1059687
if you love someone set them free. and from experience, the cheating parties will end up worse than they where before because there relationship is already based on a lie, and the high they get from each other will end when the sneaking around does. if they would both spend as much time trying to love the one they fell in love with, then they would actually get more enjoyment in saving and creating than destroying. i have no degree but i have seen it happen to many of my friends. i have heard them cry, and watched them F things up even more, in the end there will be nothing worth saving. and the kids suffer the most.
621017
i think that many men that cheat, don't cheat for the love, it is sex,or being bored with their current, g/f o. wife..ect, They don't do it like women. Women cheat for feelings, unless they are just horney, and are not getting what they want from their man/partner. Women seem to want the relationship and the feelings to be deeper than a man wants. Not that men do not have deep feelings....many men love very much, but it seems that many women cheat much more than men these days? women seem to be cheating quite a bit..the big stereotype of only men cheating has totally turned!
1136747
Why fight it.  People are gunna cheat no matter how they meet!
84702
Most people are just not content. Pain and simple. If a married guy looks your way and you catch him , he will someday cheat on you.
36465
Cheating on your boyfriend because he cheated only you only takes you to his level. You probably should have left him no matter how much you feel you "loved" him.\n\nWhen a person cheats, they are disrespecting their significant other and disrespecting themselves. Cheating is dishonorable. So if someone cheats on you, why would you want to stoop to their level? Instead, take the high road and become a better and stronger person.
787134
I would say it is a big sign that the relationship isn't all it should be.  I know sometimes people do make mistakes, but to me, I'd rather move on after being cheated on than risk being hurt that way again.  But that's me, once the trust is broken then I can't seem to get past it.  Lots of people's relationships married or not do survive infidelity though.  I guess it just depends on the who what and why's.
123863
Because some guys are complete assholes. And they think they are  better. So if they cheat just hit them hard or were it will really hurt, if you catch my meaning. \n\nThinks for answering my questions sarah