Pathological Lying

Pathological deceit is a phenomenon to which many people can be susceptible. It is not simply a slight misrepresentation or exaggeration of one's importance, but rather a chronic state of deception and lying that can lead to serious consequences for the health and well-being of the individual and society as a whole.

The essence of pathological deceit is that a person lies not because it is necessary to achieve any goal, but because lying has become an integral part of his behavior and thinking. He may lie for no reason or not even notice that he is telling a lie.

The causes of pathological lying can be varied. Some of them may underlie genetic