Researchers at Federation University in Australia conducted a study, published in the journal Sexual and Relationship Therapy, revealing that women exhibit a higher inclination toward malevolent infidelity, characterized by seeking revenge and intending to harm their partners. The research involved surveying 240 individuals aged 18 to 67.
Participants completed questionnaires assessing their Dark Tetrad traits and history of physical, emotional, and malevolent infidelity. The Dark Tetrad traits encompass narcissism, psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and sadism, which are linked to dark and antisocial behaviors.
Women’s tendency to cheat on their partners with the aim of causing harm persisted even after accounting for personality traits. The researchers noted that the motivations for unfaithfulness vary based on the type of infidelity. For instance, thrill-seeking and impulsivity linked to psychopathy, or deriving pleasure from hurting others associated with sadism, may drive vengeful cheating. On the other hand, a sense of superiority related to narcissism might lead to emotional cheating.
These findings suggest additional factors contributing to women’s higher likelihood of vengeful cheating, including society or cultural norms, histories of abuse or neglect, or mental health issues. The research implies that revenge and causing harm may be stronger motivators for women when engaging in infidelity.
The study’s significance lies in its potential to help men comprehend the motivations behind women’s actions in such situations, aiding them in safeguarding themselves from potential harm.
Additionally, these findings challenge the stereotype that only men are capable of infidelity. It’s important to note that the study’s scope was relatively small, involving a limited number of participants.
Three Women, Four Minor Girls Rescued From Suspect’s Residence In Fatima Murder Case
Police have successfully rescued three women and four minor girls from the suspects resident in the Fatima murder case.
SSP Mir Rohal Khoso stated that they have successfully returned three women and girls to their homes.
He emphasized that the rescue of all the women and girls employed at the suspect’s residence is underway. He further affirmed that putting an end to century-old traditions will require time and effort.
Prior to this, the police apprehended Ali Hassan Wassan, the medical superintendent (MS) of the Ranipur Rural Health Centre.
Wassan’s arrest was made on multiple counts linked to the torture and murder of the housemaid, Fatima. He stands accused of aiding the main suspect, Asad Shah, and concealing crucial evidence in the ongoing investigation.
