AI Chatbots are Sparking Discussions on Emotional Cheating
A woman recently shared a shocking revelation on Reddit: her husband has been engaging in phone sex with an AI chatbot, leaving her feeling betrayed after 14 years of marriage. This now-deleted post has reignited debates over what constitutes cheating in the digital age.
Marriage therapist Marisa Cohen weighed in, emphasizing that it’s not about whether the chatbot is "real," but rather how the human partner feels about the emotional investment involved. 
"The guy was pouring his heart out to the chatbot for hours on end…"
"It hurt more than if he had been doing it with a real woman."
"If you’re outsourcing your vulnerability and desire to an algorithmic sidepiece, you’re ruining that real-world relationship."
"Couples need to talk to each other frequently…"
Cohen pointed out that traditional agreements may not cover AI companions, and relationships should adapt to include emerging emotional needs.
As AI chatbots become more prevalent, the concept of emotional cheating blurs. For some, a bot may seem like an advanced toy; for others, it can drain intimacy from a real relationship.
Expect more conversations around this topic as technology evolves and partners redefine boundaries.
