Marriage infidelity and some causes
Infidelity within a relationship is when there is a cheating spouse or partner by involvement in sexual activity with another person. Cheating occurs everyday all over the world and millions of people suffer the results. When an individual discovers a cheating spouse, it can be a truly devastating experience, which forces them to make dramatic decisions about whether the relationship can continue. If an extramarital affair occurs it is usual for both partners to feel depressed and anxious and normal for the betrayed partner to feel a great loss.
If you have discovered infidelity in your marriage or relationship, it is normal to feel overwhelming emotions of sadness and anger and that it is the end of the world. However many marriages can and have survived the extramarital affair; with the help of professional counselors, marriages have the potential to become much more positive, intimate relationships. If cheating does occur, some relationships will end immediately but some will continue and even get stronger. This depends on a number of factors, such as whether it has happened before or if the victim feels they can continue a relationship with someone they cannot trust.
Relationships all have their ups and downs and it is common for an individual to worry about infidelity. If a person has cheated in past relationships, the level of trust in their new partner will be affected even more.
Causes of Infidelity:
Extramarital affairs happen in both happy and difficult marriages/relationships therefore there could be a number of reasons why it occurs, some possible causes are listed below:
It could be caused because the cheating spouse or partner is not getting enough from the relationship
The cheating spouse feels there is lack of affection
It could also be, because of addiction to sex or new romance feeling the need for constant new partners
Low self-esteem or confidence is one of the main reasons of a cheating spouse.
Open relationships are what really turns on the cheating spouse and they do not see it as cheating.
Tension and conflict between the couple could cause marriage infidelity, specially if they leave the house after the conflict.
Extramarital affairs in marriages are also caused, if the cheating spouse suffers from substance abuse and most likely cheats on their spouse under the influence
The spouse that is cheating has personal character issues; unable to maintain a lasting sexual desire for one person
Help is available:
If marriage infidelity has occurred in your relationship and the couple is confused, sad or experiencing negative emotion, counseling can be extremely beneficial option. The counselor can offer support and help to recognize why the cheating has occurred and also talk through ways to cope with emotions. It is good to talk to someone close to you about your cheating spouse or partner, but they will more than likely have a subjective view, a professional counselor will be much more objective. 
