#scam psychology

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PsychologyAugust 2, 2026

Romance Scams: Why Victims Send Money Despite Red Flags

Discover why victims of romance scams send money despite red flags. Learn how cognitive biases and emotional manipulation make it hard to see the truth.

11 min read0

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PsychologyJuly 11, 2026

Cognitive Bias: Why Romance Scam Victims Ignore Red Flags

Discover how cognitive biases, the brain's shortcuts, are exploited by romance scammers, making victims overlook red flags and send money. Understand the psychology behind it.

15 min read2

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