When asking someone we suspect is lying a question, it is natural to look them in the eyes and demand the truth. Scientists at the University of Tampere, Finland, investigated the effect of direct gaze on inducing honesty. People are thought to refrain from lying when being watched because it requires more effort to keep body language honest, while watching the reaction of the other person. The results have practical implications for both every day and professional situations. [Details will be discussed during ‘The Dr. Bob Martin Show’]
