{"id":5183,"date":"2024-01-22T02:00:16","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T00:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/puede-un-poligrafo-detectar-mentiras-por-omision\/"},"modified":"2024-08-05T09:38:03","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T07:38:03","slug":"can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a polygraph detect lies of omission?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#%C2%BFPuede_el_Poligrafo_Detectar_Mentiras_por_Omision\" >Can the Polygraph Detect Lies of Omission?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#%C2%BFComo_Funciona_el_Poligrafo\" >How does the Polygraph work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#El_Reto_de_las_Mentiras_por_Omision\" >The Lies of Omission Challenge<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#Estudios_y_Efectividad\" >Studies and Effectiveness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#Consideraciones_Legales_y_Eticas\" >Legal and Ethical Considerations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#Conclusion_Limitaciones_y_Alternativas\" >Conclusion: Limitations and Alternatives<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/can-a-polygrapher-detect-lies-by-omission\/#Explora_Mas_sobre_el_Poligrafo\" >Explore More about the Polygraph<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFPuede_el_Poligrafo_Detectar_Mentiras_por_Omision\"><\/span>Can the Polygraph Detect Lies of Omission?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The polygraph, commonly known as the 'lie detector', has been a key tool in a variety of contexts, from judicial proceedings to security assessments. But a fundamental question arises: is it capable of identifying lies of omission? This article breaks down the polygraph's ability to meet this specific challenge.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFComo_Funciona_el_Poligrafo\"><\/span>How does the Polygraph work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before getting into the subject, it is essential to understand how the polygraph works. This device monitors and records physiological variables such as heart rate, blood pressure, skin perspiration and respiration. The premise is that these indicators change in response to lying or stress, which, in theory, would make it easier to detect falsehoods.<\/p>\n<p>However, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"the polygraph\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">the polygraph<\/a> has no ability to read minds or discern intentions, and is limited to interpreting physical changes to infer possible deception. This intrinsic characteristic of the device calls into question its effectiveness in detecting lies by omission.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"El_Reto_de_las_Mentiras_por_Omision\"><\/span>The Lies of Omission Challenge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lies of omission involve withholding key information, resulting in a partial or distorted understanding of reality. Because the polygraph relies solely on physiological signals, it is difficult for the polygrapher to differentiate between a partial truth and a deliberate omission of facts. As a result, it may not recognise such lies.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Estudios_y_Efectividad\"><\/span>Studies and Effectiveness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An analysis in the field of psychology and deception detection revealed that the accuracy of the polygraph ranges from 60-70%, a range that underlines the possibility of errors and false positives. This is evidence that, while useful, the polygraph is not infallible, and its effectiveness can be compromised by a number of factors, such as the emotional condition of the examinee and the expertise of the operator.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consideraciones_Legales_y_Eticas\"><\/span>Legal and Ethical Considerations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The use of the polygraph also raises legal and ethical debates, especially regarding its admissibility as evidence in court proceedings. Legal restrictions vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, but the reliability of the polygraph as hard evidence is still questioned in many contexts.<\/p>\n<div class='banner-cita'><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=34603413693&amp;text=Hola%2C+Necesito+m\u00e1s+informaci\u00f3n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src='https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/images\/banner-cita-2.png'><\/a> <\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Limitaciones_y_Alternativas\"><\/span>Conclusion: Limitations and Alternatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although the polygraph is a widespread tool for lie detection, its ability to identify omissions is limited. It relies on physiological indicators that may not reflect the complexities of an omission. It is crucial to recognise these limitations and explore alternative methods of deception detection that offer more reliable and consistent results.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explora_Mas_sobre_el_Poligrafo\"><\/span>Explore More about the Polygraph<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For those interested in further information on the polygraph and its applications, we recommend that you consult specialised resources such as \"The <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/elpoligrafo.es\/en\/the-polygraph-test\/\" title=\"polygraph test\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">polygraph test<\/a>The \"Frequently Asked Questions\" (FAQ) can also be helpful in clarifying doubts. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) can also help to clarify doubts.<\/p>\n<p>In the search for truth, it is essential to assess truthfulness and consider various tools before making decisions based on lie detection. 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