Same-Sex Infidelity in Heterosexual Relationships: Support for the Evolutionary Perspective

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Abstract

This two-part study explores responses to same-sex infidelity by a female partner in a heterosexual relationship. Study 1A examines attributions, perceptions of sexual orientation, and relational outcomes of same-sex infidelity. Study 1B looks at male jealousy and assesses the validity of the evolutionary perspective on infidelity in same-sex contexts. This study contributes to the literature on infidelity by examining same-sex infidelity in heterosexual relationships and finding support for the evolutionary perspective in this context.

Authors

• Amanda Denes, University of California, Santa Barbara

• Pamela Lannutti, Boston College