Getting Started with the Right Knowledge!

New scam victims often struggle to comprehend what happened and may blame themselves. SCARS provides vital education and support to help victims understand they were targeted by skilled criminals, and it was not their fault.

With SCARS guidance and support, victims can begin their recovery journey free from blame, guilt, and shame.

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2024 SCARS 10th Year Supporting Scam Victims Worldwide

It Was Not Your Fault!

Blaming scam victims perpetuates stigma and undermines their recovery. Victims are targeted by skilled manipulators, and assigning fault ignores the predatory tactics used. Instead, fostering empathy and support helps victims heal. Understanding scams’ complexities and providing resources empowers victims to reclaim their dignity and move forward with resilience.

New scam victims often face significant challenges in understanding what happened to them. The tactics employed by scammers are often sophisticated, leaving scam victims confused, vulnerable, and grappling with a myriad of emotions. Initially, victims may blame themselves for becoming victims of the scam, experiencing overwhelming guilt and shame. This self-blame can hinder their ability to seek help and begin the recovery process.

However, by receiving the right information and support from organizations like SCARS, victims can eliminate these feelings of blame, guilt, and shame. SCARS provides comprehensive education about various scam forms, manipulation techniques, and the psychological impact of scams. This knowledge empowers victims to recognize that they were targeted by skilled criminals who exploited vulnerabilities, rather than being at fault themselves.

By understanding the complexities of scams and the tactics used by scammers, scam victims can shift their perspective from self-blame to self-compassion. They realize that they are not alone in their experience and that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. With the support of SCARS and its resources, including support groups, helping to find trauma counseling, and educational materials, new scam victims can begin their journey of recovery with confidence and clarity. SCARS helps victims navigate the road to recovery by providing a safe space to share experiences, access valuable resources, and rebuild their lives free from blame, guilt, and shame.

SCARS provides free & confidential scam victim services worldwide!

Telling Your Story to the Police

Talking About the Scam with Your Family & Friends

SCARS Self-Help Books Also Available at https://shop.AgainstScams.org

SCARS Self-Help Books also Available at shop.AgainstScams.org

SCARS Resources

• More Info For New Victims of Relationship Scams newvictim.AgainstScams.org
• Subscribe to SCARS Newsletter newsletter.againstscams.org
• Sign up for SCARS professional support & recovery groups, visit support.AgainstScams.org
• Join our Scam Survivors United Chat & Discussion Group facebook.com/groups/scam.survivors.united
• Find competent trauma counselors or therapists, visit counseling.AgainstScams.org
• Become a SCARS Member and get free counseling benefits, visit membership.AgainstScams.org
• Report each and every crime, learn how to at reporting.AgainstScams.org
• Learn more about Scams & Scammers at RomanceScamsNOW.com and ScamsNOW.com
• Scammer photos ScammerPhotos.com
• SCARS Videos youtube.AgainstScams.org
• Self-Help Books for Scam Victims are at shop.AgainstScams.org
• Donate to SCARS and help us help others at donate.AgainstScams.org
• Worldwide Crisis Hotlines: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/

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