Speaking of Psychology Can a pathological liar be cured? with Drew Curtis, PhD, and Christian L. Hart, PhD
Jan 18, 2023
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When Lying Becomes A Disorder
- Pathological lying is defined by excessive lying that impairs functioning, causes distress, or risks harm to self or others.
- Frequency plus negative consequences differentiate pathological liars from occasional liars.
Attention-Seeking Lies Dominate Cases
- Pathological liars often fabricate stories to draw attention to themselves rather than only seeking financial gain.
- Attention-seeking lies appear more common in clinical case literature than simple profit-motivated fabrications.
Push For Diagnostic Recognition
- Recognize a diagnostic label can enable insurance coverage and research into effective treatments.
- Advocate for formal recognition so clinicians can develop empirically supported interventions.