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HOW WE PROVIDE SUPPORT

PHONE SUPPORT

Please be advised that Romance Scams Now does not provide phone based support. Our business phones are for that purpose only. We provide support by email, via Facebook, and our website. But with nearly a thousand contacts a day, our staffing level does not allow us to provide phone support also and we make that clear. We are sorry, but unfortunately we can not return calls.

DO CONTACT US BY EMAIL OR MESSAGES

You can contact us on our Main Facebook page or by email to info@RomanceScamsNow.com

OUR SUPPORT GROUPS

If you would like to contact us about joining one of our Facebook-based support groups – we can help you. Or you are welcome to contact us by email, or comment on our website.

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But please understand these things:

All scammers must be reported through the SCARS Anti-Scam Data Reporting Network on websites like this one or on www.Anyscam.com – NOT by messages, comments or email.
No one can recover your money. Anyone that says they can is a scammer. While we have recovered money for victims, this is a VERY rare occurrence and we NEVER say we can. Realistically, only law enforcement can recover your money, and even then the circumstances have to be right to permit that. If you sent your money through a bank or money transfer service AND it has not been picked up, the bank or money transfer service can revoke it – contact them directly to see if it has been picked up or completed, and what options remain.
If you are considering taking your life – please immediately call your local or national suicide support hotline. You can find international hotline providers here: http://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ or in the United States call 1-800-273-8255 http://www.spsamerica.org/
If you are being threatened by a scammer – remember, scammers are liars. They use threats and intimidation to try to get you to send money. Scammers are also very short of time. They do not have time to waste on unpaying victims. Just report them, block them and move on.

Scams are terrible, traumatic events in your life. You were not thinking clearly before, so take a deep breath and start now. We are here to help, but our employees can only do what they can do. But we will do all that we can.

RSN Team
Miami (Doral) Florida USA

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Published On: June 6th, 2017Last Updated: March 24th, 2022Categories: Editorial & Commentary, SCAMS FRAUD & CYBERCRIME TYPESTags: fraudster, Ghana Romance Scams, Nigeria Scams, romance scammer, Romance Scams Now, scammer threats, scammers are liars, Sweetheart scams, www.anyscam.com0 Comments414 words2.1 min readTotal Views: 3392Daily Views: 2

Important Information for New Scam Victims

Please visit www.ScamVictimsSupport.org – a SCARS Website for New Scam Victims & Sextortion Victims
Enroll in FREE SCARS Scam Survivor’s School now at www.SCARSeducation.org
Please visit www.ScamPsychology.org – to more fully understand the psychological concepts involved in scams and scam victim recovery

If you are looking for local trauma counselors please visit counseling.AgainstScams.org or join SCARS for our counseling/therapy benefit: membership.AgainstScams.org

If you need to speak with someone now, you can dial 988 or find phone numbers for crisis hotlines all around the world here: www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines

A Note About Labeling!

We often use the term ‘scam victim’ in our articles, but this is a convenience to help those searching for information in search engines like Google. It is just a convenience and has no deeper meaning. If you have come through such an experience, YOU are a Survivor! It was not your fault. You are not alone! Axios!

A Question of Trust

At the SCARS Institute, we invite you to do your own research on the topics we speak about and publish, Our team investigates the subject being discussed, especially when it comes to understanding the scam victims-survivors experience. You can do Google searches but in many cases, you will have to wade through scientific papers and studies. However, remember that biases and perspectives matter and influence the outcome. Regardless, we encourage you to explore these topics as thoroughly as you can for your own awareness.

Statement About Victim Blaming

Some of our articles discuss various aspects of victims. This is both about better understanding victims (the science of victimology) and their behaviors and psychology. This helps us to educate victims/survivors about why these crimes happened and to not blame themselves, better develop recovery programs, and to help victims avoid scams in the future. At times this may sound like blaming the victim, but it does not blame scam victims, we are simply explaining the hows and whys of the experience victims have.

These articles, about the Psychology of Scams or Victim Psychology – meaning that all humans have psychological or cognitive characteristics in common that can either be exploited or work against us – help us all to understand the unique challenges victims face before, during, and after scams, fraud, or cybercrimes. These sometimes talk about some of the vulnerabilities the scammers exploit. Victims rarely have control of them or are even aware of them, until something like a scam happens and then they can learn how their mind works and how to overcome these mechanisms.

Articles like these help victims and others understand these processes and how to help prevent them from being exploited again or to help them recover more easily by understanding their post-scam behaviors. Learn more about the Psychology of Scams at www.ScamPsychology.org

Psychology Disclaimer:

All articles about psychology and the human brain on this website are for information & education only

The information provided in this article is intended for educational and self-help purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for professional therapy or counseling.

While any self-help techniques outlined herein may be beneficial for scam victims seeking to recover from their experience and move towards recovery, it is important to consult with a qualified mental health professional before initiating any course of action. Each individual’s experience and needs are unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another.

Additionally, any approach may not be appropriate for individuals with certain pre-existing mental health conditions or trauma histories. It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed therapist or counselor who can provide personalized support, guidance, and treatment tailored to your specific needs.

If you are experiencing significant distress or emotional difficulties related to a scam or other traumatic event, please consult your doctor or mental health provider for appropriate care and support.

Also read our SCARS Institute Statement about Professional Care for Scam Victims – click here to go to our ScamsNOW.com website.

HOW WE PROVIDE SUPPORT

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