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Psychology of Scams Part 1 – SCARS|PODCAST™

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Published On: March 17th, 2019Last Updated: March 24th, 2022Categories: SCARS ResearchTags: , , , , , , , , , , , 8 Comments on Psychology of Scams Part 1 – SCARS|PODCAST™242 words1.3 min readTotal Views: 1853Daily Views: 1

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  1. Psychology of Scams Part 1 - SCARS|PODCAST™ 1
    Millie March 17, 2019 at 7:40 pm - Reply

    Not sure if my first comment went through. SCARS is an excellent website which I’ve posted as a link on my new blog: conartistdating.com
    I would like to partner with your agency to give more voice to victims through my blog.

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    Millie March 17, 2019 at 7:37 pm - Reply

    I have seen a lot of romance scams over the years and want to be part of the solution by partnering with your organization through my blog ( conartistdating.com) and other ways. I am passionate about bringing honesty back to relationships and smoking out con artists.

    • Psychology of Scams Part 1 - SCARS|PODCAST™ 2

      We moderate every comment everywhere to make sure that everything is authentic and not from a scammer! Thank you again for your comment.

      • Psychology of Scams Part 1 - SCARS|PODCAST™ 1
        Millie March 18, 2019 at 6:26 pm - Reply

        I assure you that I am not a scammer. I just started my blog (www.conartistdating.com) three days ago so you can see that I’m a real person; I’m still working out some kinks in my blog design. I’m also a specialist on human behavior who dedicated many years to helping people with mental illnesses. Scammers, cons are personality disordered, the type that needs to be exposed and contained for the protection of others. I look forward to giving victims a voice in my blog and working with your agency.

        • Psychology of Scams Part 1 - SCARS|PODCAST™ 2

          We did not accuse you of being a scammer, just explaining why we moderate and manually approve each comment. Actually, scammers are not mentally ill, they are simply criminals. Spreading urban legends is neither healthy nor factual. As a victim, you need to recognize that you are not an expert in the subject and by pretending to be one you lead other victims astray and can actually cause more trauma than they originally experienced. We urge you to read or Code of Conduct on our SCARS website http://www.AgainstScams.org – we urge you to back off trying to be people’s savior and focus on your own recovery.

          • Psychology of Scams Part 1 - SCARS|PODCAST™ 1
            Millie March 19, 2019 at 7:46 am

            Thank you for your honesty, painful but true. I will back off. I am not a victim directly anyway. My adult son is the victim of a woman who is manipulating him into marriage while she empties his pockets through her wanderlust. My whole family sees it but he does not. I agree cons are criminals and should be treated as such.
            Again, I apreciate your reply. Me and my family are distraught over my son’s situation. It turns out that I have in the past worked with mostly women who have been taken by men. Now that the con is closer to home, I understand it better, or so I think. Thank you again.

          • Psychology of Scams Part 1 - SCARS|PODCAST™ 2

            Millie, you may want to join one of our support groups for friends and family of scam victims in denial on Facebook – here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RSN.Family.Support

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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

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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.

If you are in crisis, feeling desperate, or in despair please call 988 or your local crisis hotline.