What makes men cheat? Counselor M. Gary Neuman surveyed 200 cheating and non-cheating husbands to get at the real reasons behind men's infidelity. Including what cheating men say could have prevented them from straying.

1. 48% of men rated emotional dissatisfaction as the primary reason they cheated. So much for the myth that for men, cheating is all about physical intimacy: Only 8 percent of men said that physical dissatisfaction was the main factor in their infidelity. "Our culture tells us that all men need to be happy is to have physical intimacy with someone, but men are emotionally driven beings too. They want their wives to show them that they're appreciated, and they want women to understand how hard they're trying to get things right." The problem is that men are less likely than women to express these feelings, so you won't always know when your guy is in need of a little affirmation. "Most men consider it unmanly to ask for a pat on the back, which is why their emotional needs are often overlooked, "But you can create a marital culture of appreciation and thoughtfulness -- and once you set the tone, he's likely to match it."

2. 66% of cheating men report feeling guilt during the affair. The implications are a little scary: It isn't just uncaring jerks who cheat. In fact, 68 percent of cheaters never dreamed they'd be unfaithful, and almost all of them wished they hadn't done it. Clearly, guilt isn't enough to stop a man from cheating. Men are good at compartmentalizing feelings. "They can hold on to their emotions and deal with them later." So even if your partner swears he would never cheat, don't assume it can't happen. It's important for both of you to take steps toward creating the relationship you want.

3. 77% of cheating men have a good friend who cheated. Hanging around friends who stray makes cheating seem normal and legitimizes it as a possibility. The message he's subconsciously telling himself: "My friend is a good guy who happens to be cheating on his wife. I guess even the best of us do it." You can't simply ban your husband from hanging out with Mr. Wandering Eyes, but you can request that they spend their time together in an environment that offers less temptation, like at a sporting event or a restaurant for lunch rather than at a bar or club. Another strategy: Build your social circle around happily married couples that share your values -- it'll create an environment that supports marriage.

4. 40% of cheating men met the other woman at work. "Oftentimes the woman he cheats with at the office is someone who praises him, looks up to him, and compliments his efforts. That's another reason why it's so critical that he feel valued at home. Luckily, there's a clear warning sign that your husband is getting a little too cozy with a colleague: If he praises or mentions the name of a female coworker more than he would a male counterpart, your antennae should go up -- and it's time for the two of you to set boundaries about what is and isn't okay at work. Is it acceptable for him to work late if it's only him and her? Can they travel together to conferences? Have dinners out to discuss a project? Ask him what he'd feel comfortable with you doing with a male colleague.

5. Only 12% of cheating men said their mistress was more physically attractive than their wife. In other words, a man doesn't stray because he thinks he'll get lucky with a better-looking body. "
In most cases, he's cheating to fill an emotional void. "He feels a connection with the other woman, and physical intimacy comes along for the ride." If you're worried about infidelity, focus on making your relationship more loving and connected, not on getting your body just right or mastering how to please him physically. (But know that physical intimacy does matter -- it's one of the key ways your guy expresses his love and feels close to you, so be sure to keep it a priority.)

6. Only 6% of cheating men had physical intimacy with a woman after meeting her that same day or night. Actually, 73 percent of men got to know the other woman for more than a month before they cheated. This means that you may have time to see the warning signs before infidelity occurs -- you might even see it coming before he does. Keep an eye out for these common signals: He spends more time away from home, stops asking for physical intimacy, picks fights more frequently, or avoids your calls. Your gut reaction may be to confront him, but most men will deny even thinking about cheating, especially if nothing physical has occurred yet. Instead, take charge of what you can control -- your own behavior -- and take the lead in bringing your relationship to a better place. Don't hesitate to show your appreciation for him, prioritize time together, and initiate affection more. Give him a reason to keep you at the front of his mind, be open about how you feel about what's going on between the two of you (again, without mentioning any third parties). Try "I think we've started to lose something important in our relationship, and I don't want it to disappear." In the meantime, commit to keeping tabs on your relationship and doing what it takes to keep it working for you.

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sme cheat because dey no fornicate wen dem be youth....so dt urge to cheat is stl thr...

I didn't bother to even read through the post.
Simply put, blame it on Men's continuous soaring Se!x Hormone which is always on the alert-it somehow natural but using it as an excuse phuck around is unnatural

They cheat because most of their wives are over-used item.

Imagine a lady told me she had sex with 92 guys. She will get married one day. And one thing about guys is, they dont have access to free sex.

In society like Nigeria, if you dont have money, you cant get sex. But females have access to it in abundance.

So when guys start working and earning money, thats when they will think of getting married. And they will marry a lady that have been sexually active for years. So put yourself in our shoe.

E.g. I didnt have access to sex until I was 23. No lady wanna date me because I was poor.

Now I am working and comfortable. I met a girl which her hole is as wide mortal, dont you think I need to spend my cash on those young girl outside when I get married too. I need to enjoy myself too.

hotwax: They cheat because most of their wives are over-used item.

Imagine a lady told me she had sex with 92 guys. She will get married one day. And one thing about guys is, they dont have access to free sex.

In society like Nigeria, if you dont have money, you cant get sex. But females have access to it in abundance.

So when guys start working and earning money, thats when they will think of getting married. And they will marry a lady that have been sexually active for years. So put yourself in our shoe.

E.g. I didnt have access to sex until I was 23. No lady wanna date me because I was poor.

Now I am working and comfortable. I met a girl who her hole is as wide mortal, dont you think I need to spend my cash on those young girl outside when I get married too. I need to enjoy myself too.

why not marry those young ones that you love so much?

Why do men cheat?The answer is just one word and it's "PUNNY"

Seun: why not marry those young ones that you love so much?

Hmmm why because of timing, age difference and maturity

Popowaa: Why do men cheat?The answer is just one word and it's "PUNNY"

You mean "punany" ?

deesquare-diddy:
77% of cheating men have a good friend who cheated. Hanging around friends who stray makes cheating seem normal and legitimizes it as a possibility. The message he's subconsciously telling himself: "My friend is a good guy who happens to be cheating on his wife. I guess even the best of us do it." You can't simply ban your husband from hanging out with Mr. Wandering Eyes, but you can request that they spend their time together in an environment that offers less temptation, like at a sporting event or a restaurant for lunch rather than at a bar or club. Another strategy: Build your social circle around happily married couples that share your values -- it'll create an environment that supports marriage.

Very true !.

Afterall evil communication corrupts good manners.
If your friend is a cheat, you'll sure follow suit except something drastic is done.
Once again endeavour to build your social circle around happily married couples that share your
values -- it'll create an environment that supports marriage.

because dey feel like cheating

The learned Councelor who did that survey has basically covered it all...left to me in plain terms, I would say it's nothing more than the thrill of dipping into a fresh new pie.
But what do I know, I'm naught but a humble hunk.

Haba!

Popowaa: Why do men cheat?The answer is just one word and it's "PUNNY"

Nope! Nope! It can be also "butts", it can be "bōobs".

Lilimax:
Very true !.

Afterall evil communication corrupts good manners.
[size=25]If your friend is a cheat, you'll sure follow suit[/size] except something drastic is done.
Once again endeavour to build your social circle around happily married couples that share your
values -- it'll create an environment that supports marriage.

That's not true!

Snoggy: That's not true!

There is a saying... show me your friend and I'll tell you whom you are?
Birds of the same feather...

Lilimax:
There is a saying... show me your friend and I'll tell you whom you are?
Birds of the same feather...

I'm a living witness. That's not true.

[size=14pt]Their brains relocate from their heads to their geni.tal area during puberty, simple! [/size]

Snoggy: I'm a living witness. That's not true.

and me too. . Am a living witness

Men can neVer eVer get enough!!

I say lack of commitment n communication in relationships.

Nadia_SA1: Men can neVer eVer get enough!!

What about women? Can they ever be satisfied?

Snoggy: What about women? Can they ever be satisfied?

yes nau..

Nadia_SA1: Men can neVer eVer get enough!!

And what about you nko? Don't generalized it..not all men but some

Nadia_SA1: yes nau..

Men too can be satisfied

Snoggy: I'm a living witness. That's not true.

Just watch it! He that thinks he stand should take heed lest he fall

Lilimax:
Just watch it! He that thinks he stand should take heed lest he fall

You want to justify your statement by all means.