Infidelity: The ‘New Normal’

Infidelity once deemed a betrayal of trust and moral values, is now being reframed as a part of modern relationship dynamics. This normalization of cheating, endorsed by individuals who hold significant sway over their followers, has sparked widespre-ad concern among mental health professionals.Social Media RiseSocial media platforms have become fertile grounds for fostering infidelity. Emotional affairs, often conducted in secrecy, can create cracks in a relationship even before physical infidelity occurs.Hyderabad-based Anishka Dixit says that she has been cheated multiple times in her relationship with the same guy. “Infidelity is not just about the act; it’s about the erosion of trust and the dismissal of a commitment made to another person,” says Dr. Mitra adding, “Instead of justifying it, society should focus on fostering healthier, more transparent relationships.” The Road Ahead The cultural shift surrounding infidelity reflects broader changes in how relationships are perceived and navigated in the modern age. “Infidelity is not just about the act; it’s about the erosion of trust and the dismissal of a commitment made to another person,” says Dr. Mitra adding, “Instead of justifying it, society should focus on fostering healthier, more transparent relationships.”The Road AheadThe cultural shift surrounding infidelity reflects broader changes in how relationships are perceived and navigated in the modern age.