false confession phenomenon

False confession refers to when an individual admits to a crime they did not commit. This often occurs due to psychological pressure, intimidation, fatigue, or the desire to escape stressful interrogation environments. Sometimes, intense questioning or manipulation can cause innocent people to doubt their own memory or believe they might be guilty. False confessions can also be influenced by mental health issues, age, or social vulnerability. They pose significant challenges for justice, as they may lead to wrongful convictions despite a lack of actual evidence of guilt.