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Infidelity is often cited as one of the most common causes of divorce. While it may be true that an incidence of infidelity may mark the beginning of a relationship's decay, infidelity is rarely the cause of problems, instead serving mostly as a symptom.

A common myth exists that men are commonly the initiators of adulterous acts and that only they succumb to emotional or physical temptation; however, this notion could not be further from the truth. Just as many women as men engage in either emotional or sexual affairs.

Some partners who have experienced the consequences of infidelity first hand may have been left wondering why their partners chose to have an affair. Many times, these individuals will blame themselves for failing to keep their partner's interest. However, infidelity has very little to do with the unknowing partner who ultimately becomes a victim and more to do with the person committing the adulterous act.

There are usually three catalysts to affairs, both emotional and physical in nature. In some cases, individuals will essentially have some "element" pull them towards an affair, such as sexual temptation or sexual impulses. In other cases, an issue within their relationship or some personal motivation will push them towards infidelity.

Some common reasons why married women have affair have a lot to do with emotions and feelings. Most situations will involve some form of "spiritual" connection or physical attraction. Many women simply want companionship that their husbands do not provide for them, for whatever reason. Some women feel a surge of power by defining their husbands and sneaking around in order to commit adulterous acts. Others will feel the adrenaline rush and the excitement from this risk.

The bottom line is that no single (or simple) answer exists to the question of why some married women have affairs. In any case, infidelity is usually the sign of some maladaptive aspect of the relationship. Couples who have experienced some from of infidelity amongst each other should undoubtedly seeking counseling. An unbiased third party professional will mediate discussions about the impacts and consequences of infidelity on your relationship and any plans you will make to overcome these negative outcomes and focus on the positive things you've learned by going through this experience.

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