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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

A Vignette Study Examining the Effects of Gender and Alcohol Intake on Infidelity Blameworthiness

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Social

  • Kayla Neeley
    University of Colorado Colorado Springs
  • Tim Rapp
    University of Colorado Colorado Springs
  • Tim Rapp
    University of Colorado Colorado Springs
  • Kasie Miura
    University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Abstract

The present study examined the experimental impact of alcohol consumption and gender on people’s perceptions of blame for infidelity. Results indicated no significant main or interaction effects of gender and alcohol consumption on blameworthiness. Correlations were found involving blameworthiness, forgiveness, and perceptions of consent while under the influence of alcohol.

Substance Use and Abuse