When does digital interaction cross the line into relationship infidelity?
In short: The Open University explores the murky boundaries of modern romance. This video series examines how online behavior challenges traditional definitions of cheating, highlighting why partners often struggle to agree on what constitutes a betrayal in the digital age.
Research by academics Andreas Vossler and Naomi Moller from The Open University’s School of Psychology reveals that digital spaces often blur relationship boundaries. Because there is no universal consensus on whether physical contact is required for infidelity, couples frequently find themselves at odds over what specific online actions qualify as cheating.
The drama series 'I-SPY' uses a five-part narrative to illustrate these tensions, following a couple attempting to navigate the fallout of their online activities. By dramatizing these conflicts, the project aims to foster broader public debate regarding the shifting standards of fidelity in contemporary relationships.
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