How to tell whether a person is lying or telling you the truth?

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Start date Jun 30, 2003

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The discussion centers on identifying signs of deception, particularly through non-verbal cues such as eye movement, pupil dilation, and body language. Participants express skepticism about the reliability of lie detection machines, noting that they can produce false positives due to nervousness. Some contributors mention that while certain behaviors like avoiding eye contact or fidgeting may indicate lying, these signs are not definitive and can vary by individual. The conversation also touches on the potential for trained individuals to manipulate their physiological responses to evade detection. Overall, the consensus is that while there are indicators of lying, no method is foolproof, and understanding individual behavior is crucial.

Sep 5, 2003

physicskid

How to tell whether someone is lying or not.

Observe their body movements to tell whether someone is lying or not.

1.hand across the mouth; a quick brush of fingers across the lips
2.restricted movements
3.lip licking
4.nervous cough
5.blushing
6.erratic breathing
7.foot tapping
8.slight fidgeting
9.avoiding eye contact
10.eyes shut
11.flattening tones

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