The Truth About Lying: Why We Do It and Its Impact

The video explores the nature of lying, discussing why people lie, the types of lies, and the brain's role in lying. It highlights that lying is a learned behavior starting in childhood and examines the difficulty in detecting lies. The video also presents an experiment on response times when lying versus telling the truth, showing that lying requires more cognitive effort. Cultural influences on lying and differences between men and women are also discussed.

What are some common misconceptions about detecting lies?

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What is the significance of the experiment conducted with children?

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What factors can influence whether men or women lie more?

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