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It is a national public awareness campaign aimed at increasing the understanding of cyber threats and empowering the American public to be safer and more secure online. The Campaign’s main objective is to help you become more aware of growing cyber threats and arm you with the tools to protect yourself, your family, and you community. For more information visit http://www.dhs.gov/stopthinkconnect.
From the SCARS Chairman Dr. Tim McGuinness:
“The Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams is proud to have been selected by the United States Department of Homeland Security as a Non-Profit Partner for their Stop | Think | Connect Program. We see this sweeping Program as an immensely useful tool in helping to build awareness of online crimes and their risks. It will help us integrate and coordinate our own educational and awareness programs with those of the United States Department of Homeland Security. This is another commitment toward improving the public’s understanding of cybercrimes in all of their forms.”
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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
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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.
What guarantee do we have that some Jilted lover is not going to post information that is far from accurate just to cause the immigrant or “Scammer” (not actually a scammer) is not falsely accused? What requirements must be met before you allow said information to be added to your website?
IN THE SAME RESPECT: Bravo to the website creator, because I was scammed (kinda not really), by a German who discovered that his degree for architecture would mean nothing in his country because of the Historical significance behind the buildings…He let it slip 1 month before I moved to Germany (Funded 100% by his grandparents: Flight, Housings Financial support whatever…)that upon graduation his teacher said at the end of studies: “Now, go out there and meet, fall in love with and marry an American or French Citizen because your degree is worthless if you want to build in Germany.” In that moment I felt used. I realized at 19 I knew nothing of this world or other countries cultures.
However, I still married an Immigrant. A Mexican national here in America with no legal means to be here and now 13 years later we are finally legally but my hand, my choice and I could not be happier.
BECAUSE IT WOULD BE A CRIME TO DO A FALSE REPORT. CAN SOMEONE? YES, BUT WE RETAIN EVERYTHING IN CASE OF A FOLLOW ON ACTION. RE DO REPORT FALSE REPORTS TO THE APPROPRIATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
WE HAVE BEEN SUPPORTING VICTIMS AND EDUCATING THE PUBLIC FOR 26 YEARS.
I made a mistake all i wanted was to see a photo of Leslie m Jones I sent the number I am not a victim yet I have photos of Briana Lee I was curious what this Leslie m Jones looks like I was trying to match photos the number is 233-55-363-8056 So far I been with her since may on what’s app I will be happy to send pictures but I would love to get this all deleted I am not a victim yet I just don’t want to get catfished
OBVIOUSLY YOUR GIRLFRIEND LIVES IN WEST AFRICA, AND YOU HAVE A DOUBT THAT SHE IS NOT A SCAMMER? IF YOU WANT TO DISCUSS YOUR ISSUE SEND A DETAILED EMAIL TO US AT INFO@ROMANCESCAMSNOW.COM
They knew I’m fild complain to FBI. They stacting my field scammer me a lot money. I know. Let them more planning, then what!! I used bad words. Then close my files.