Exploring Jungian archetypes as potential predictors of infidelity dissertation

This dissertation used quantitative methods to gain an understanding of psychological choices impacting behaviors of monogamy and infidelity in committed relationships. One hundred and twenty two adults aged 19 and older were assessed regarding their experiences in committed relationships, archetypal preferences, and meaning in life statuses. The evolutionary theory of human sexual behavior and Jungian archetypal theory provide the theoretical framework for the study. It was anticipated that this study would provide answers regarding what psychological factors influence some individuals to adhere to genetic traits of infidelity and what psychological factors influence some individuals to defy genetics and identify with the cultural evolution of monogamy.