It can be so difficult to understand why teenagers - or children of any age - lie to us. Sometimes the lies feel especially ...

It's common for children to tell fibs—in fact, research shows that kids as young as 24 months may begin lying. Interestingly, ...

You are not alone if as a parent you experience the moment where you discover that your child is not telling the truth. Whether it is denying that they ate the last cookie or lying about homework, ...

My children have lied to me ever since they were young. This is a normal part of development as kids test the waters and try to avoid punishment. I've struggled to deal with the lying and tried to ...

“My child is always telling lies. It started at a young age and it has just gotten worse over time. Why is this happening? Is it common among adoptees? What should I do?” I frequently receive messages ...

The author suggests that lying to children is a common and sometimes necessary parenting tactic. Parents may lie to their children to avoid difficult conversations, prevent crying, or encourage good ...