Matters of Infidelity: Polygraph Use in Breaking the Cycle of Denial

Today, more than ever, polygraph is used as a tool in the treatment of those seeking to break “cycles of denial” in infidelity and/or domestic violence cases. Some treatment providers refuse to offer treatment to potential clients unless the client really wants help. The polygraph, when used as a tool in treatment environments, and in the pursuit of truth when spouses have lost faith in their spouse, can be an intricate tool in assisting in breaking through these denials. The purpose of this information is to provide an overview of how polygraph may assist.

Polygraph testing, for the purpose of confirming or refuting suspected infidelity, can determine the existence of sexual relationships outside of the marriage. Polygraph examinations are used extensively for relationship issues, not only to substantiate allegations or suspicions of “cheating”, but also to validate the statements of the truthful spouse in order to assist couples in rebuilding their foundations of trust. A disclosure of infidelity is a traumatic and painful experience for both parties. However, the uncertainty created by the 'gut feeling' that something is not quite the same as it used to be in a relationship, can be even more painful than the knowledge of infidelity itself. The overwhelming risk of contracting a Sexually Transmitted Disease in today’s society enhances the necessity and even urgency in seeking the ground truth of the matter.

Polygraph examinations can help determine the facts about a person’s extramarital relationships, contacts with "exes", as well as sexual activities over the Internet (visits to pornographic, chat and dating sites). Polygraph tests for infidelity focus on the single and most important issue, where questions are direct and explicit, thus no opportunity for misinterpretation by the examinee. Polygraph examiners have the undeniable ability and training to facilitate a compelling use of interview skills to get your significant other to TELL THE TRUTH in order to pass their test.

Polygraph tests are not only valuable for proving or disproving the existence of an extramarital affair. The polygraph helps couples break through those true denials in order to start the healing process, and validates the honest spouse of untrue allegations. For more information, contact Yolanda Gellis of Truth Be Told Polygraph at (562) 900-5366, or at her website www.tbtpolygraph.com