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SCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action!

What Is Missing Is An Anti-Romance Scams Statement of Principals – But What Does That Mean?

The SCARSSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 1 Management Team has had a revelation recently about the fight against scammers.

Almost no one is fighting the same fight.

Why is that? How could that be?

We all see the same enemy but anti-scam groups spend as much time fighting each other as they do helping victims – at least this is true of groups that are not SCARS Members.

We have seen that similar problems exist in other areas of victim and recovery support, and one of the main reasons is (it seems) is the lack of agreed-upon fundamentals. SCARS has a well defined thorough set in its Code of ConductSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2 and through the international NOVA Standard for Victim’s AssistanceSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2, but SCARS is the ONLY anti-scam organization that adheres to these (of course SCARS is the only real anti-scam organization period).

We think that it would be a good idea to create a set of First Principals that all anti-scam groups, individuals, advocates, and organizations can agree upon. Then at least victims would understand what everyone stands for. Or so goes the theory.

SCARS would like to ask each member of this group to suggest what you think these fundamentals are. Add them as comments to this document so they can be reviewed and explored. This will help you solve some of the fundamental problems that keep the anti-scam community divided and advance the state of anti-scam efforts in the process.

What do you think are these fundamentals or first principals. Add as many as you want, everyone has a voice and say in this. Share your thoughts now while it can make a difference. BUT please be both thoughtful and adult – childish hate is not helpful. Remember, that this is from the perspective of what the community of anti-scammers can work towards.

Please help!

Thank you

Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams Inc.SCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2

Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams


RSN Team

a division of SCARS
Miami Florida U.S.A.

 

 


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FAQ: How Do You Properly Report Scammers?

It is essential that law enforcement knows about scams & scammers, even though there is nothing (in most cases) that they can do.

Always report scams involving money lost or where you received money to:

  1. Local Police – ask them to take an “informational” police report – say you need it for your insurance
  2. Your National Police or FBI (www.IC3.govSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2)
  3. The Scars Worldwide Reporting Network HERESCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2 or on www.Anyscam.comSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2

This helps your government understand the problem, and allows law enforcement to add scammers on watch lists worldwide.


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Visit our NEW Main SCARS™ News & Information Facebook page for much more information about scams and online crime: www.facebook.com/SCARS.News.And.InformationSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2

 

To learn more about SCARS visit www.AgainstScams.orgSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2

Please be sure to report all scammers HERESCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2 or on www.Anyscam.comSCARS™ Insight: Why Do We Fight Each Other? Call To Action! 2

All original content is Copyright © 1991 – 2018 SCARS All Rights Reserved Worldwide & Webwide – RSN/Romance Scams Now & SCARS/Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams are all trademarks of Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams Inc.

 

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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

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.

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