This volume discusses the phenomenon of internet infidelity by looking at the psychological, social, legal, and technological aspects involved in such behaviour. Therefore, this volume, which includes perspectives from across the world, asks and addresses some fundamental questions: Does internet infidelity amount to cheating?

Chapter 1. An Overview: Internet Infidelity Sanjeev P. Sahni & Garima Jain. - Chapter 2. User Control over Personal Information: Case Studies of Facebook, Twitter and Snapchat  Indranath Gupta. -Chapter 3. Adultery in the Age of Technology:Complexities and Methodological Challenges in Studying Internet Infidelity Garima Jain and Shilpita Sen. - Chapter  4. Cultural Institutions in new technology: Evidence from Internet Infidelity Padmanabha Ramanujam, Yugank Goyal, Sriya Sridhar. -Chapter 5. Technology and Virtual Sex: Online Infidelity in the USA Emilio C. Viano. - Chapter 6. Internet Infidelity in the Cultural Framework of Spain Gonzalo Aza Blanc.- Chapter 7. Sexual Identity expression on Internet: An Empirical Study on Gay, Straight and Bisexuals in India Garima Jain, Sanjeev P. Sahni and Neha Mehra. - Chapter 8. Online Infidelity and Intimate Partner Violence: Exploring the perceived association among young adults in India Sramana Majumdar.- Chapter 9. Internet Infidelity: Interface with Mental Health Nimesh G. Desai, Shailesh Jha, Ananya Chaudhary, Bhavuk Garg. - Chapter 10. Internet Infidelity in India: The Availability of Legal Recourses Arpita Biswas. - Chapter 11. Myths associated with Internet Infidelity : Is it a real problem? Sanjeev P. Sahni and Swarnim Swasti .

This volume discusses the phenomenon of internet infidelity by looking at the psychological, social, legal, and technological aspects involved in such behaviour. The rise of social media as well as technological advancements that create ‘real’ experiences online have made it possible for people to engage in multiple kinds of online relationships. These create concerns about regulating such activities via national and international law, as well as psychological and social concerns of understanding the overall impact of such behaviour. Therefore, this volume, which includes perspectives from across the world, asks and addresses some fundamental questions: Does internet infidelity amount to cheating? How is virtual infidelity different from actual infidelity? What are the social, interpersonal and psychological impacts of internet infidelity? Do people in different cultures view online infidelity differently? What are the myths associated with online infidelity? What are the various intervention measures or therapeutic techniques for treating people who are addicted to cybersex or pornography? The legal dimensions of internet cheating are equally important since adultery is considered as a criminal offence in some countries. As yet, there is no universally accepted definition of internet infidelity and legal perspectives become very important in understanding the phenomenon. 
 This volume includes grand theory approaches as well as detailed case studies and provides unique and multidisciplinary insights into internet cheating. It is ideal for marital therapists, counsellors, criminologists, legislators, and both researchers and students.

“This edited volume brilliantly situates the discussion of Internet Infidelity – a subject most commonly written about by psychologists or marital counselors – within the broader scholarly contexts of sociology, law, and cross-cultural studies.  The book includes impressive and path-breaking empirical research, and will greatly advance our analysis and understanding of Internet Infidelity. I highly recommend it to all who are interested in the subject.” (Professor (Dr.) Joe Hoffman, Harry Pratter Professor of Law and Director for Strategic Projects, Maurer School of Law, Indiana University, USA)

“The editors have identified alarming new trends, shares intriguing statistical data and disputes common myths about internet infidelity. An impeccably detailed map that led readers know about psychological, sociological and legal perspective of internet infidelity in different parts of the world.” (Professor (Dr.) Vanja Bajovic, Faculty of Law, University of Belgrade, Serbia)

“This book presents a pioneer research and a comprehensive study on Internet Infidelity. It is highly recommended that every researcher and student in the area of law, psychology and sociology, and marital counsellor should read this book.” (Professor (Dr.) Hongyaow Wu, Procedural Law Research Institute, China University of Political Science and Law, Beijing, China)

“I feel that the proposed book is a contribution to the literature in an emerging area of knowledge which is yet to be explored. It has exhaustive analyses of different aspects of internet infidelity. The proposed book is an extraordinary attempt to capture an emerging area in the realm of law.” (Professor (Dr.) K. N. Chandrasekharan Pillai, Former Director, Indian Law Institute and National Judicial Academy, India)

Provides an interdisciplinary and coherent perspective of internet infidelity and its impact on relationships Provides deep insights into how different cultures affect and influence the participant’s perspective, morality and ethics in context of online cheating Investigates current laws of adultery and infidelity and examines whether law can be expanded to include online infidelity