What is the clinical term for a compulsive liar?
There is no specific clinical term for a compulsive liar. Often people lie because they are fearful of rejection or disapproval, or have a sense of inadequacy. If someone lies compulsively, they should get professional help so they can find out what is causing the behavior. A professional would be a psychiatrist, psychologist, clinical social worker, and other mental health professional. It can also be associated with other mental disorders. When a person lies and is unaware that they are lying, that is referred to as confabulation.
