Forensic Psychology of Deception

Forensic Psychology of Deception

by Connor Whiteley
Publication Date: 20/06/2025

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Criminals lie for personal gain, to avoid being charged with a crime amongst other reasons. Psychologists want to understand lie detection so police officers and other professionals can improve their lie detection abilities.


But how?


How can psychologists research deception behaviour and improve lie detection?


In this fascinating, insightful, engaging book, international bestseller author Connor Whiteley takes readers through the forensic psychology of deception in an easy-to-understand way.


By the end of this book, you'll understand:


Why do criminals lie?

Why is lie detection so difficult?

Why are professional lie detectors not as great as everyone believes?

How can we improve lie detection?

And more...


If you want a fascinating book exploring the forensic psychology of deception and lying then look no further. This is the perfect book for you.


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Forensic Psychology of Deception Content


Introduction


Introduction To the Forensic Psychology of Deception


Are Professional Lie Detectors Really No Better?


The Problem with People’s Reliance on Invalid Lying Cues


Importance Of Feedback in Lie Detection and The Quest For Lie Detection Wizards


How To Tell If Someone’s Lying?


How Does Lying Evolve Across the Lifespan?


How Does Lying Destroy Self-Esteem?


How Does Secrecy Impact Our Mental Health and Wellbeing?


How Can We Use Cognitive Load To Improve Lie Detection? And What Do Offenders Say About Lying?


Why Don’t Serial Killers Offer Police Any Unique Insights?


What Is Strategic Questioning and The Strategic Use of Evidence Technique? How Does It Help Lie Detection?


What Is the Verification Approach to Lie Detection?


Conclusion

ISBN:
1230008965110
1230008965110
Category:
Criminal or forensic psychology
Publication Date:
20-06-2025
Language:
English
Publisher:
CGD Publishing

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