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im guessin self worth ,its a lie to say comulsive lying is a disease ,i was a cl for a good while most of my life now at 17 i feel horrible for the people ive decieved and has been tryin to stop ,for me fittin in seemin better then i am such as ,cus i felt like a loser ....sorry here lads
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∙ 10y agoThere are not medications specifically for compulsive lying. However, compulsive lying is usually a symptom of other underlying psychiatric issues, some of which may require medications. Sometimes just interacting with a councilor or therapy can cause a noticeable improvement with the problem.
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∙ 15y agoThere is no specific clinical term for a compulsive liar. Often people lie because they are fearful of rejection or disapproval, or have a sense of inadequacy. If someone lies compulsively, they should get professional help so they can find out what is causing the behavior. A professional would be a psychiatrist, psychologist, clinical social worker, and other mental health professional. It can also be associated with other mental disorders. When a person lies and is unaware that they are lying, that is referred to as confabulation.
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∙ 11y agoPseudologia fantastica.
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∙ 14y agoA pathological liar.
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How many lies is compulsive lying?
Compulsive lying is when you cannot stop lying, so you lie almost whenever you can.
What is the compulsive lying disease called and how do you find out if you have it?
compulsive lying is a disease. you should go to your doctor they have medication for this situation now... And when you start believing your own lies and can not stop telling a lie that means you need to talk to you doctor, It is confidential...and doctors are great.... they will take care of you....
Can a compulsive liar stop lying?
No!!
What is the medical name for a compulsive liar?
Psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, and other mental health personnel use the term 'compulsive lying' when they refer to people who cannot control their lying, that is, people who feel compelled to lie and are aware that they are lying. Therefore, compulsive lying implies impaired ability to control it. The term 'compulsive lying' is not a diagnosis. It is a behavior or a symptom associated with a number of mental disorders [for example, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder]. The term "confabulation" is used to describe lying or invention when the person who is lying is not aware that they are lying. To be more specific, confabulation is treating a fantasy as a fact, without awareness that fantasy has replaced fact."
What words describe a lying person?
deceitfulmisleadingunreliable
If you lie out of fear sometimes is it considered compulsive lying?
No, lying out of fear is not compulsive lying. It may be a compulsion, but that's a normal reaction; a defense mechanism. If you lie out of fear, it is justified, therefore *not* driven by a compulsion. Compulsive lying is an actual disorder, characterized by the pathalogical liar telling fibs without motivation, often telling wildly exaggerated stories and appearing to honestly believe them to be true.
How can you help a compulsive lying friend who says she has illnesses when she hasn't?
Kill her.
How do you stop lying you are a compulsive liar?
Go get help. Get counseling and figure out why you lie.
Can ADD cause compulsive lying?
Yes, I do it all the time, so do lots of adders.
How do you deal with compulsive lying in relationships?
You don't, get out while you can. A relationship like that is doomed like the Titanic!!!
Is compulsive lying a genetic disorder?
Though compulsive lying is not considered a genetic disorder, it is a psychiatric illness. Compulsive liars actually take pleasure in this agbnormal entity and it feels right to them. Telling the truth, on the other hand, is very difficult and uncomfortable. This disorder is addictive and very hard to stop. Also, t make this more complicated, there is usually an underlying personality disorder. Compulsive lying can only be dealt with through aggressive counseling and therapy. However, for therapy to be successful, the patient must be able to admit that they do have a problem.
Is there a term for compulsive lying like a nymphomaniac or kleptomaniac?
Compulsive lying, or pathological lying, is a common disorder often caused by low self-esteem and a need for attention. Often, the liar does not realize how often he or she is lying because it becomes second nature. Compulsive lying alienates friends and loved ones and often brings about the opposite of what the liar wants: instead of getting the attention they often crave, they end up pushing people away. With therapy, many people can overcome their compulsion to lie and salvage their interpersonal relationships before it is too late.
