How to Actually Catch a Liar: A New Look at Lie Detection

🙅‍♂️ Ditch the Stereotypes – Fidgeting Isn’t a ‘Tell’

Why Stereotypes Don’t Work 🙅‍♀️
Forget old-school lie detection tips like “sweating = lying.” Turns out, these cues don’t hold up under scrutiny. Trying to catch lies based on body language? Let’s just say you’d be better off flipping a coin. 🪙

What to Focus On Instead

  • Stay Neutral – Body language can be misleading. Don’t let it throw you off. 😐
  • Stick to the Facts – Rely on what you know about the situation, not their gestures. 💡