Assess behavioral indicators based on relationship psychology metrics.
No Significant Change
Mild Changes (New clothes/Gym)
Drastic Changes (Total makeover/New personality)
No Previous Issues
Has Cheated in the Past
Understanding the Cheat Calculator: Science vs. Suspicion
The "Cheat Calculator" is a behavioral analysis tool designed to aggregate common red flags identified by relationship therapists and researchers. While no algorithm can definitively prove infidelity, certain clusters of behavior—referred to as "micro-indicators"—often point toward emotional or physical detachment from a partner.
How the Risk Score is Calculated
This calculator utilizes a weighted scoring system based on the following metrics:
Digital Privacy: Modern infidelity often starts and is maintained via mobile devices. A sudden increase in phone secrecy is statistically the most common indicator.
Time Displacement: Unexplained gaps in time or "working late" without a corresponding increase in productivity or income are significant logistical markers.
Emotional Reciprocity: Known as "stonewalling" or withdrawal, a decrease in emotional intimacy often precedes external seeking behavior.
The "New Life" Variable: A sudden, unexplained interest in fitness, fashion, or new hobbies that does not include the partner can signal a desire to appeal to someone new.
Interpreting Your Results
Low Risk (0-30%): Behaviors are likely within the realm of normal stress or a desire for personal growth. Trust is generally warranted unless specific evidence suggests otherwise.
Moderate Risk (31-60%): There are several "yellow flags." These behaviors may indicate a period of relationship dissatisfaction or emotional drift. Open communication is highly recommended at this stage.
High Risk (61-100%): The combination of secrecy, absence, and history suggests a high probability of outside involvement or deep relationship crisis. Seek professional counseling or direct confrontation.
Realistic Examples
Example A: A partner who is protective of their phone (Score 8), works 10 extra hours a week (Score 10), and has become emotionally cold (Score 7) with a past history of cheating. This results in a High Risk score (~85%), suggesting immediate intervention is needed.
Example B: A partner who just started the gym (Score 15 for habit change) but remains open with their phone (Score 1) and spends plenty of time at home. This results in a Low Risk score (~18%), likely indicating a healthy "mid-life" health kick rather than infidelity.
Conclusion
This calculator is intended for informational and entertainment purposes. Human behavior is complex, and many of these signs can also be symptoms of depression, work stress, or anxiety. Use the results as a prompt for a deeper conversation with your partner rather than a final verdict.
function calculateFidelityRisk() {
var phone = parseFloat(document.getElementById('phoneSecrecy').value) || 0;
var away = parseFloat(document.getElementById('awayTime').value) || 0;
var emotional = parseFloat(document.getElementById('emotionalDistance').value) || 0;
var habits = parseFloat(document.getElementById('habitChange').value) || 0;
var history = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pastHistory').value) || 0;
// Validate ranges
if (phone > 10) phone = 10;
if (emotional > 10) emotional = 10;
// Logic: Weighted scoring out of 100
// Phone: Max 25 points (2.5 multiplier)
// Away: Max 15 points (1.5 multiplier, capped at 10 hours)
// Emotional: Max 20 points (2.0 multiplier)
// Habits: Max 30 points
// History: Max 10 points
var phoneScore = phone * 2.5;
var awayScore = Math.min(away * 1.5, 15);
var emotionalScore = emotional * 2.0;
var totalScore = phoneScore + awayScore + emotionalScore + habits + history;
// Cap at 99% for realism
if (totalScore > 99) totalScore = 99;
var resultDiv = document.getElementById('cheatResult');
resultDiv.style.display = 'block';
var riskLevel = "";
var cssClass = "";
var message = "";
if (totalScore <= 35) {
riskLevel = "Low Risk";
cssClass = "risk-low";
message = "Your relationship appears stable. These behaviors are likely normal variations in personality or stress.";
} else if (totalScore <= 65) {
riskLevel = "Moderate Risk";
cssClass = "risk-medium";
message = "There are noticeable red flags. It may be time for a serious 'state of the union' conversation with your partner.";
} else {
riskLevel = "High Risk";
cssClass = "risk-high";
message = "Significant behavioral indicators of infidelity are present. Consider seeking professional guidance or investigating further.";
}
resultDiv.className = cssClass;
resultDiv.innerHTML = "