When it comes to cheating, many of us instinctively think of men who cheat on their girlfriends or wives. Yes, this is a common occurrence, but women are just as capable as carrying on affairs as men are. In fact, many women do. If you suspect that your wife or girlfriend is cheating on you, you may be curious as to why.

When it comes to determining why women cheat on their boyfriends or husbands, an answer is actually hard to come across. This is because women, as well as men, cheat for a wide range of different reasons. Just because one woman likes to cheat because it is easy to do so, it doesn't mean that is the same goal and motivation of your significant other.

Although it is difficult to pinpoint the exact reason why women cheat on their men, there are a number of common reasons. A few of these reasons are highlighted below. They may be what is causing your wife or girlfriend to cheat on you.

1 - Unfulfilled Desires at Home

Do you have a preference when it comes to sex? Most men do, but did you also know that most women do as well? Have you asked your wife or girlfriend what she likes in bed? If not, you may not be fulfilling her desires. It is important to remember that women do have sexual needs as well. If your sex life is dull, boring, or decreasing, there is a good chance that your significant other is cheating on you. Remember, she may be doing so to fulfill her sexual desires or her fantasies.

2 - To Get Out of a Relationship

There was a point in time when a simple breakup note or a phone call was an easy way to end a relationship. Now, it seems as if cheating is the easiest alternative. Many women use cheating as a way to get out of their relationship. Some women fear the responses that they will receiving when trying to breakup with a boyfriend or ask for a divorce. Violence is one of those fears. If you have noticed that your relationship has been suffering for some time now, there is a chance that your woman is trying to find an easy way out of your relationship.

3 - To Feel Young Again

It is no secret that women fear aging. In fact, many women enter into crisis mode when they notice aging signs on their body. These signs may include wrinkles, grey hair, or weight gain. Some women choose to improve their physical appearance by getting a makeover or starting a weight loss plan, others decide to go out and have an affair. In these types of situations, affairs are typically short and may also only be one night stands. Some women just want to be able to go out for a while, have a good time, feel young again, and return home.

4 - Convenience

Convenience is another common reason why women cheat on their men. Say your girlfriend or wife is out to dinner or at a bar with a group of friends. A man provides them with attention and pays them compliments. Many women will eat this right up. It goes with the above mentioned reason of feeling young again and improving self-confidence levels. At this point in time, many women also think "why not?" If they have a man there who is willing to provide them with passion, even just for one night, many women choose to go for it because of convenience.

As highlighted above, it is important to remember that men are typically typecast as the cheaters, but women can cheat just the same. If you suspect that your wife or girlfriend is cheating on you, you may want to spend less time focusing on the why or the how and more time deciding what action you will take. Do you want to save your relationship or is it not worth the pain?