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What 'psychological warfare' tactics do scammers use, and how can you protect yourself?

Scammers use sophisticated psychological techniques. They exploit our deepest human vulnerabilities and bypass rational thought to tap into our emotional responses.

Worried woman on phone. The call won't come from a number in your contacts or one you recognise, but the scammer may pretend to be someone you know.
What 'psychological warfare' tactics do scammers use, and how can you protect yourself?

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