ISMT study on emotional infidelity in the media

ISMT study on emotional infidelity in the media

2026-04-29

Research developed at the Instituto Superior Miguel Torga analyses gender differences in the perception of emotional betrayal and is featured in the national press

The study titled "Men and women process emotional infidelity differently", conducted at the Instituto Superior Miguel Torga (ISMT), has aroused public interest, resulting in recent media coverage. The research was authored by Maria Teresa Ribeiro and supervised by lecturer Joana Carvalho, focusing on a central theme of contemporary relational dynamics.

The dissemination of the work began with a press release from the Lusa Agency, published on 25 April 2026, which served as a basis for editorial content in various news channels and newspapers.

The media outlets and platforms that highlighted the study's results include:

Television and video

Press and digital platforms

Social media

The study's conclusions allow us to understand the variations in tolerance between men and women regarding infidelity without physical involvement. The analysis focuses on the dynamics of forgiveness within couples and the impact of relational dissatisfaction, also refuting the idea that the frequent use of social media promotes greater permissiveness towards emotional infidelity. This work reinforces ISMT's commitment to scientific production and its impact on the community.