As reported by the
London Times, researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered a link between learning to lie at an early age and success later in life. According to the Toronto researchers, since lying marks a milestone in a cognitive development, learning the skill early is indicative of a highly developed brain.
"Lying involves multiple brain processes, such as integrating sources of information and manipulating the data to their advantage. It is linked to the development of brain regions that allow "executive functioning" and use higher order thinking and reasoning."
"Parents should not be alarmed if their child tells a fib," said Kang Lee, director of the Institute of Child Study at Toronto University."
"Almost all children lie. Those who have better cognitive development lie better because they can cover up their tracks. They may make bankers in later life!"
"His team tested 1,200 children aged 2-16. The most deceitful age, they discovered, was 12, when almost every child tells lies."
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