Neuroscience of Deception

Neuroscience of Deception

Modern neuroscience provides insights into how deception works:

Brain Activity During Deception:

• Increased cognitive load when lying
• Activation of prefrontal cortex for story construction
• Suppression of emotional responses
• Memory formation differences between truth and lies

Implications for Defense:

• Inconsistencies in stories may indicate deception
• Emotional incongruence can reveal manipulation
• Cognitive load signs suggest fabrication
• Verification questions can overwhelm deceptive narratives