Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Everyone lies sometimes, but there’s a difference between the occasional white lie and someone who can’t stop. Pathological liars ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When dealing with people, it’s important to tell the difference between an occasional fib and a chronic habit of falsehood.

Understanding pathological lying, also known as mythomania or compulsive lying, is key to navigating such a challenging situation. This isn't about malicious intent every time, though it can certainly ...

Spotting someone who lies pathologically can be tricky, especially when it's someone close or a romantic partner. The consequences of living with a compulsive liar deeply affect trust and emotional ...

All pathological liars have a purpose, i.e., to decorate their own person, to tell something interesting, and an ego motive is always present. They all lie about something they wish to possess or be ...

Lying is a tricky thing. We’re all guilty of it, whether we’ve done it for more self-serving purposes or with good intentions. While some lies might be able to be excused as kind-hearted or even ...