Two Roads Diverging in a Wood

Abstract

In this article, we will present the issues associated widi infidelity and outline the contemporary treatment frameworks around this issue. We will discuss the definitional issues surrounding infidelity, summarize existent typologies, and outline the theories used to conceptualize infidelity. There are also therapeutic issues that should be considered in infidelity cases, such as the role of society in infidelity, multiple dimensions of infidelity, forgiveness, and self-of-the-therapist. Current research is summarized, and a brief overview of Internet infidelity is included.

Key Words:

• Infidelity
• extramarital
• treatment
• couple therapy
• affair