nfidelity in the Past

In traditional societies, men had fewer opportunities to cheat.

Limited contacts. Men lived and worked within their communities, their social circles were narrow, and meeting women outside the family was more difficult.

Social control. Neighbors knew each other, and any "left-field behavior" quickly became public knowledge. Shame could affect not only the man but his entire family.

The role of family. Marriage was seen as a union for survival and the home. Even if a man cheated, it was preferred to remain silent so as not to disrupt the family structure.

This doesn't mean men were angels. They cheated, but less frequently-simply because their options were limited and the consequences could be too severe.

Infidelity Today

The modern world has given men (and women, too) entirely new conditions:

The internet and social media. Meeting a new woman is a matter of minutes. Communication begins with likes and messages, and can very quickly develop into an affair.

Greater anonymity. People live in big cities; no one monitors their every move, and the risk of exposure is lower.

Attitudes toward marriage have changed. Today, families are built more on feelings than on economic necessity. If feelings fade, men are more likely to seek "new emotions" elsewhere.

Are men cheating more often than before?

It's likely that cheating hasn't become more common, but it has become more visible. Previously, many infidelities remained in the shadows; they were known but kept quiet. Today, people discuss their personal lives more openly, and statistics are easier to collect.

Moreover, women have become more independent and tolerate betrayal less often, so infidelity comes to light sooner.

Conclusion

Did men cheat less in the past? Not necessarily. They simply had fewer opportunities and were more afraid of the consequences. Today, the world has opened the door to temptation, and infidelity has become more noticeable, although male nature itself has hardly changed.