I do not know if it makes one more prone to cheating, but I have heard and also read some studies that state that early sexual abuse does have a correlation with promiscuity later in life and often a more casual view of sex. So it seems to follow that these two components might very well make cheating more likely.

Yes, there is a connection. www.kelleyporter.com

I do agree to a certain degree, i was exposed to a lot of inappropriate sexual content by my father at a very young age. He also wasn't very good at hiding the million affairs he had- always left a trail. Always denied it and told his children to butt out that it was none of our business. I learnt very early on how to lie and cover up, he made me feel unworthy as a child and led to my addiction to find happiness in other people. (Leading to my A) . I wouldn't say i'm promiscuous at all though. Low self esteem yes. Still working on not seeking father's approval in life as well as my H's.

I am a male. I had sexual interactions with both my sister and my mother. We don't really speak of it, but I'm sure we all remember. Also, at around the age of 14 or 15, I allowed a female colleague of my father's to touch me inappropriately. I was fearful of women, and, I think I allowed that only to keep peace.

I don't mind admitting this to myself, but I dislike it when people say that must be an exciting memory. It isn't. It saddens me, but it doesn't break my heart. Instead, it makes me feel more sympathy for myself when I was young.

It is only recently I've been able to forgive myself for my own nature. While I am responsible - fully responsible - for every action I take, I realize that, at least in some way, these impulses and sometime acts are products of my childhood, in which I had only limited control at best.

Jtk, I'm sorry to hear that you suffered abuse as a child. God bless.