As technology furthers, scams are becoming more advanced, but the way scammers manipulate people hasn’t changed. Despite using modern tools, they still rely on the same psychological tactics to deceive their victims.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Khosi Jiyane explains that scammers understand how human behavior works and use it to their advantage. Even though scams look different today, the methods of tricking people remain similar.
Thinking You’re Safe Can Make You a Target
One major reason people fall for scams is the belief that it can’t happen to them. This mindset, known as optimism bias, makes people think they’re less likely to be scammed compared to others.
Because of this, people often ignore clear warning signs in suspicious emails, messages, or offers. They assume they’re too smart to get fooled, which lowers their guard and makes it easier for scammers to succeed.
Scammers Play on Trust
Another trick scammers use is truth bias, where people naturally believe what they are told unless there’s a clear reason to doubt it. Scammers pretend to be trustworthy figures like bank officials or family members to gain trust.
By appearing credible, they can convince people to share personal information, make payments, or click harmful links
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