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How to diagnose compulsive lying in a person?
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hi my husband recently went to a physcologist due to his gambling and compulsive lying, he was apparently diagnosed with APD on the first visit and was told they would try physcotherapy, i looked up who he was seeing on internet and it says child physcologist, can they do adults too?? and could he be diagnosed that quick?? im worried hes lying again
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DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much.  In one sense you are right. For mental disorders you should consult a clinical psychologist / psychiatrist so that proper diagnosis is made in order to provide perfect treatment and thus a cure. . But even a behavioral psychologist / counseling psychologist can provide ill-habit counseling. Psychologists, including child psychologists, learn psychopathology and mental disorders. Still I shall advise you to consult a clinical psychologist / psychiatrist. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL.  Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck.