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This episode is sponsored by Newport Healthcare, providing evidence-based results-driven treatment for teens and young adults ages 12 to 28.

Newport treats clients who are struggling with mental health conditions,

co-occurring disorders, and behavioral issues like lying and risk-taking. Newport's outpatient

and residential programs around the country provide supportive, caring environments where

adolescents and young adults can find long-term sustainable healing. Learn more at

Newport Healthcare.com. From Pinocchio to the boy who cried wolf, many classic children's

tales tell the stories of children who lie and get their comeuppance for it. It's no surprise that

these morality tales are so popular.

Honesty is a universally valued trait,

and most parents want to raise their children to be honest.

So the first time that a parent catches a child in a lie,

it may come as an unpleasant surprise.

But psychologists' research has found that lying is a normal part of childhood.

In fact, it's a developmental milestone.

It's only possible once children have developed some self-control and the ability to understand another person's mental state.

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