In Scams, It’s Not the Victim’s Fault-In Scams, It’s Not the Victim’s Fault

In Scams, It’s Not the Victim’s Fault

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In this video, Derek McGinty from AARP discusses the issue of fraud victim blaming and its impact on victims. He explains that scammers target individuals by evoking emotions such as fear, excitement, or love, making it harder for victims to think logically. McGinty highlights the prevalence of victim blaming in society, with language and media portrayal reinforcing the notion that victims are at fault. He emphasizes the importance of reframing language to convey empathy and respect when interacting with victims. By changing societal attitudes and encouraging reporting of fraud, there can be a positive impact on how fraud victims are treated by the criminal justice system and lawmakers.

Keywords

fraud victim blaming

impact on victims

scammers targeting individuals

prevalence of victim blaming

reframing language