Spotting Nonverbal Deception

Streaming video - 2016

The ability to detect a lie by clues in the voice, body language, or facial expression is a much-desired skill. When under scrutiny, most people react with aroused emotions—anxiety, for example—even when they are telling the truth. Start this lecture learning the difference between a deception and a lie; for example, not disclosing all the facts versus outright fabricating a story. Then explore the scientific data behind our ability to read honesty.