Why would someone admit to a crime they didn't commit? Dive into the twisted world of false confessions and the psychology that makes it possible.
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Long hours, threats, and emotional stress can break down even innocent minds. Many confess just to escape the pressure.
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Some people confess because they want to please police or avoid conflict—even if it costs them their freedom.
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Sleep-deprived or traumatized suspects may doubt their memory and believe they actually did something wrong.
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Officers may lie, say they have evidence, or isolate the suspect until they break. It's legal—and dangerous.
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Prolonged stress leads to fear, panic, and the desire to end it at any cost—even admitting guilt.
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False confessions have led to decades in prison for the innocent. DNA later proves what the mind couldn’t fight.
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Teens, people with mental illness, or low IQ are more likely to crack under pressure and falsely confess.