Qualities of a Good Liar | Why Some People Are More Successful at Deception
How to Spot a Liar: Signs and Behavioral Cues
1. Verbal Signs of Deception
- Exaggeration and over-detailing: Use of phrases like “I swear” or “Honestly” to appear truthful.
- Repetition: Repeating the same information to reinforce credibility.
- Vocal changes: Changes in pitch, speech rate, or pauses.
2. Nonverbal Cues of Deception
- Inconsistent body language: Head shaking when saying “yes”, avoiding eye contact, or excessive eye contact.
- Facial microexpressions: Brief, involuntary facial expressions revealing emotions like fear or guilt.
- Fidgeting: Touching the nose, covering the mouth, or nervous hand movements.
3. Psychological and Emotional Indicators
- Increased blinking, pupil dilation, and sudden changes in facial expressions can indicate emotional responses linked to lying.
