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·June 29, 2023·5 min read

The Language of Lies: How Hate Speech Engages Our Neural Wiring to Foster Division

Researchers analyze the language of dictators and hate groups, uncovering a common use of dehumanizing metaphors to fuel hatred. Such metaphors 'switch on' neural pathways in the brain, bypassing higher cognitive reasoning centers and steering focus towards certain ideas.

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·April 14, 2022·5 min read

Lies That ‘Might’ Eventually Come True Seem Less Unethical

Study reveals people are more likely to believe lies and spread misinformation if they think the disinformation may become true in the future.

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·March 9, 2021·3 min read

People Who Frequently Mislead Others Are Less Able to Distinguish Fact From Fiction

People who frequently engage in "persuasive BS" are less able to identify when another person is intentionally misleading them. Researchers say those who frequently mislead others are much more likely to fall for fake news headlines.

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·November 1, 2019·4 min read

A new way to know liars’ intent

The patterns of reasoning deceptive people use may serve as indicators of truthfulness, a new AI algorithm discovered. Researchers say reasoning intent is more reliable than verbal changes and personal differences when trying to determine deception.

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·October 12, 2018·3 min read

Clues That Suggest People Are Lying May Be Deceptive

A new study reveals verbal and physical signs of deception are harder to detect than people believe.

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·May 22, 2018·3 min read

People with ASD at Risk of Manipulation Because they Can’t Tell When They Are Being Lied To

A new study reveals people with ASD may be at higher risk of being manipulated as they find it more difficult to pick up social cues about deceit. Researchers say the ability to detect lies is significantly diminished in those with autism.

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·August 6, 2017·3 min read

Study Examines Tolerance of Political Lies for Shared Views

According to researchers, people tend to be more lenient towards politicians' lies when they believe a specific political stance is morally correct. Researchers suggest supporters perceive the lies to be a necessary means to achieve a higher moral end.