Most people tell small lies now and then, but pathological liars are different in a big way. Their dishonesty is constant, often automatic, and can deeply affect their relationships and mental health.

Writings relating to pathological lying first appeared in the psychiatric literature over 100 years ago and have been given names such as "pseudologia fantastica" and "mythomania" and often used ...

“Pathological liar” has become a convenient insult to anyone we love to hate, from corrupt politicians to reality-show “villains.” The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is the latest example, where ...

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 ...