He Sexts, She Sexts More

A study by Diane Kholos Wysocki, a professor of sociology and women’s studies at the University of Nebraska at Kearney and Cheryl D. Childers, a professor of sociology at Washburn University showed that women are more likely to send nude photographs or sexually explicit text messages than men.

Dr. Wysocki says, “Cheating is alive and well, and sexting is on the rise.” Before, people would get a divorce. For some reason, people are staying and cheating instead.” Sites such as AshleyMadison.com, an infidelity service aimed at married men and women are making it even easier to stay in a relationship and cheat without going through divorce.

The study also offers insight into the world of online infidelity. The research showed respondents were more interested in finding real life partners than in virtual infidelity. Technology may alter certain social behaviors, but when it comes to sexual betrayal, most prefer the old-fashioned endeavors.

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