The Psychology of Cheating: Why People Betray and How to Respond

Presented by Dr. Susan Boon, Dr. Sara Salavati & Brianna Davison
Bow River Brewing, Calgary, AB
Friday, September 26, 2025 | ⏰ 7:30 – 8:30 PM MDT
Event Overview
Cheating is one of the most painful and complex experiences in relationships—but why does it happen, and how do people respond when it does?

Join University of Calgary psychologists Dr. Susan Boon, Dr. Sara Salavati, and Brianna Davison for a thought-provoking TapTalk exploring why people betray, how partners cope, and what forgiveness or revenge really means in the aftermath of infidelity.

Expect a science-backed, refreshingly honest discussion that blends cutting-edge research with real-world insights—challenging assumptions, sparking reflection, and maybe even making you laugh along the way.

Key Topics

• Types and predictors of infidelity
• The truth about forgiveness (and why it’s not always the answer)
• When revenge or unforgiveness might aid healing
• How betrayal impacts relationships and well-being

About the Speakers

• Dr. Susan D. Boon – Professor of Psychology, University of Calgary; expert in betrayal, forgiveness, and relationship repair.
• Dr. Sara Salavati – Postdoctoral Scholar, HOPELab, University of Calgary; studies infidelity boundaries, predictors, and partner adaptation.
• Brianna Davison – PhD Candidate, University of Calgary; researcher on forgiveness, unforgiveness, and emotional outcomes in relationships.

Agenda:
6:30 PM - Doors open: grab a drink and find a seat
7:25 PM - Welcome from TapTalks host
7:30 PM - Speaker Intros and Talk begins
8:15 PM - Audience Q&A
8:30 PM - Event Ends
Duration: 60 minutes (plus time for Q&A)

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