Is emotional cheating worse than physical? | Here’s what studies say

Emotional cheating doesn’t leave a scar on the skin, but experts say its impact can run far deeper—and in the age of constant connectivity, it’s becoming more complex than ever. Around the world, people increasingly question what counts as infidelity: is it physical intimacy or emotional attachment that hurts more? There are no easy answers.

On the talk show Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle , a thought-provoking discussion on fidelity captured public attention. During the episode, Karan Johar, Kajol, and Twinkle Khanna expressed that emotional infidelity can be more damaging than physical cheating, highlighting the subtle ways trust and intimacy are eroded.

Janhvi Kapoor, however, emphasised the importance of physical fidelity, viewing it as central to a committed relationship. The cont