10 FAQs About Pathological Liars
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What Could Make Someone a Pathological Liar?
Mental health professionals don't have a clear consensus on what causes pathological lying. There are many ideas in the mental health community, and they may be relevant in some instances.
Pathological lying may develop as a symptom of another mental health disorder, including personality disorders, anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder. If a person felt the need to lie constantly in childhood due to fear, they may continue the habit into adulthood.
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