Honesty

A new survey finds a connection between honesty and economic growth—and how wrong our expectations about other countries' trustworthiness are.

• By Nathan Collins

Researchers created a die-rolling game to show that we're all dirty, dirty liars.

• By Kate Wheeling

New research finds patients are more likely to respond honestly to personal questions when talking to a virtual human.

• By Tom Jacobs

Researchers find the classic tale in which the future president admits to bad behavior encourages at least some kids to confess a lie.

• By Tom Jacobs

Or: Earnestness is the new black.

• By Kevin Lincoln

Polish researchers find a simple gesture not only conveys the impression of honesty, but also prompts more truthful replies.

• By Tom Jacobs

People lie more often when using electronic communication, business profs find.

• By Tom Jacobs