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Why people cheat—and can relationships recover, with Galena Rhoades, PhD

Speaking of Psychology·American Psychological Association·31 August 2026·31 min

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Infidelity can shatter trust and leave people questioning their relationships and themselves. Galena Rhoades, PhD, discusses why people cheat; infidelity in the age of dating apps, social media and AI chatbots; what makes some betrayals harder to overcome than others; and how psychologists help individuals and couples begin to heal after an affair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices