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Over the last four years, the SCARS’ Board of Directors and their corporate sponsors have spent nearly a million U.S. Dollars on the operations of SCARS. Paying for employees, paying for offices and expenses, and most importantly building and maintaining the only dedicated worldwide scam and cybercrime reporting network managed by its SCARS|CDN Division – with over 100 reporting points on www.Anyscam.com and other locations and delivering scam information to over 1,000 entities around the globe.
Yet EVERYDAY people ignore this incredible tool and post scammers in comments, on their profiles, on their made-up pages or groups. They think this magically exposes their scammer and some anti-scam fairy will come along and do something to stop it all.
Sadly, improper reporting of these criminals it the MAIN reason that scammers have been allowed to grow unchecked for two decades.
Yes, some reporting on Facebook has removed a few profiles. It helps new victims understand that they have been scammed. It does disrupt their activities, but they just create more. BUT there are now more than ONE BILLION fake identities in use online, so how has that worked out?
The SCARS™ Cybercriminal Data Network™ [SCARS|CDN] is the world’s only comprehensive anti-scam data reporting network that distributes data to any government, law enforcement, or other entity that receives their feeds free of charge with full chain of custody authentication.
Sadly most victims either do not care to report at all or do not care to learn how to report effectively!
This Is Incomprehensible!
The SCARS Network passed an important milestone recently reaching over half a million individual reports, yet most so-called anti-scam groups ask you to post on their page or group and actually tell people they should not report to the police or to SCARS.
Some groups do produce results but the vast majority do nothing.
This is insanity.
Let’s make a New Year’s Resolution to help every victim understand what is the proper and effective way to report scammers this year!
After all, this year it resulted in over 21,000 arrests, but just imagine if EVERYONE was reporting properly – we could shut all the scammers down!
Reporting is important. Reporting works. Reporting results in profound change as you all have seen in the thousands of arrests reported in the media. But most people are still not doing it!
Please copy the following and post it in the other groups and pages you view or belong to – make a difference this year! If they block or delete you then you know they are only in it for their own egos and are basically just another fake!
Copy and paste the following part:
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MY NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION
This 2019 …
I Resolve To Do My Part To Stop Scammers!
I Commit to Stop Scamming by Reporting All Scammers I Find To the SCARS Network on www.Anyscam.com, on the U.S. FBI’s IC3.gov, and if I lost money to a scammer I will also report it to my local police! This is my duty and I will do it.
I will report fakes and scammers I find online to their platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram!
I will also tell every victim I encounter how to properly report scammers so we can put an end to global online fraud!
I will personally make a difference this year!
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Let’s make 2019 the year that the End of Scamming came into sight!
Tom Borman, Division Director SCARS Division Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc. [SCARS] Miami Florida / Dover Delaware U.S.A. and Guangzhou Guangdong China, and Members Worldwide
SCARS, RSN, Romance Scams Now, SCARS|GLOBAL, SCARS, Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams, Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams, SCARS|ANYSCAM, Project Anyscam, Anyscam, SCARS|GOFCH, GOFCH, SCARS|CHINA, SCARS|CDN, SCARS Cybercriminal Data Network, Cobalt Alert, Scam Victims Support Group, are all trademarks of Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Incorporated.
Contact the law firm for the Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Incorporated by email at legal@AgainstScams.org
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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
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.
SCARS Institute’s Encyclopedia of Scams™ Published Continuously for 25 Years
SCARS™ Editorial: A New Year’s Resolution
PLEASE SHARE THIS
Over the last four years, the SCARS’ Board of Directors and their corporate sponsors have spent nearly a million U.S. Dollars on the operations of SCARS. Paying for employees, paying for offices and expenses, and most importantly building and maintaining the only dedicated worldwide scam and cybercrime reporting network managed by its SCARS|CDN Division – with over 100 reporting points on www.Anyscam.com and other locations and delivering scam information to over 1,000 entities around the globe.
Yet EVERYDAY people ignore this incredible tool and post scammers in comments, on their profiles, on their made-up pages or groups. They think this magically exposes their scammer and some anti-scam fairy will come along and do something to stop it all.
Sadly, improper reporting of these criminals it the MAIN reason that scammers have been allowed to grow unchecked for two decades.
Yes, some reporting on Facebook has removed a few profiles. It helps new victims understand that they have been scammed. It does disrupt their activities, but they just create more. BUT there are now more than ONE BILLION fake identities in use online, so how has that worked out?
The SCARS™ Cybercriminal Data Network™ [SCARS|CDN] is the world’s only comprehensive anti-scam data reporting network that distributes data to any government, law enforcement, or other entity that receives their feeds free of charge with full chain of custody authentication.
Sadly most victims either do not care to report at all or do not care to learn how to report effectively!
This Is Incomprehensible!
The SCARS Network passed an important milestone recently reaching over half a million individual reports, yet most so-called anti-scam groups ask you to post on their page or group and actually tell people they should not report to the police or to SCARS.
Some groups do produce results but the vast majority do nothing.
This is insanity.
Let’s make a New Year’s Resolution to help every victim understand what is the proper and effective way to report scammers this year!
After all, this year it resulted in over 21,000 arrests, but just imagine if EVERYONE was reporting properly – we could shut all the scammers down!
Reporting is important. Reporting works. Reporting results in profound change as you all have seen in the thousands of arrests reported in the media. But most people are still not doing it!
Please copy the following and post it in the other groups and pages you view or belong to – make a difference this year! If they block or delete you then you know they are only in it for their own egos and are basically just another fake!
Copy and paste the following part:
Let’s make 2019 the year that the End of Scamming came into sight!
Together we can do it!
Expect even more progress in 2019!
Thank you for your support!
SCARS Division
Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc. [SCARS]
Miami Florida / Dover Delaware U.S.A. and Guangzhou Guangdong China, and Members Worldwide
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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:
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 Facebook page for much more information about scams and online crime: www.facebook.com/SCARS.News.And.Information
To learn more about SCARS visit www.AgainstScams.org
Please be sure to report all scammers HERE or on www.Anyscam.com
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SCARS, RSN, Romance Scams Now, SCARS|GLOBAL, SCARS, Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams, Society of Citizens Against Romance Scams, SCARS|ANYSCAM, Project Anyscam, Anyscam, SCARS|GOFCH, GOFCH, SCARS|CHINA, SCARS|CDN, SCARS Cybercriminal Data Network, Cobalt Alert, Scam Victims Support Group, are all trademarks of Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Incorporated.
Contact the law firm for the Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Incorporated by email at legal@AgainstScams.org
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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
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.