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Why Kids Lie
& How to Encourage Your
Child to Tell the Truth
BY: Deborah Song
When parents first begin to catch their child lying, they often feel
betrayed and alarmed. ‘How could my sweet innocent child look me
straight in the eye and deceive me?’ might be a common reaction. But
lying is quite normal from a developmental standpoint. It’s actually a
sign that other cognitive skills are developing.
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