Denial Can’t Alter the Truth, so Why Do People Deny Things?

Who can easily admit they’re wrong? Seems some will deny their deeds in front of crystal clear evidence. Denial is an automatic reaction for many.

Denial can be taken to the level of government policy. Things are clearly one way, but major figures in a government will say they are another.

Denial can’t alter the truth, so why are people so quick to deny things?