BLUF
Everyone is vulnerable to scams. Overconfidence and human psychology make us targets, but understanding persuasion techniques can help prevent financial loss and improve personal awareness of manipulation tactics. Scamwatch urges people to ‘Stop. Check. Protect’.Learning Outcomes
• Communication and Cognition: Improves understanding of psychological triggers and influence tactics used by scammers.
• Wellbeing: Promotes awareness and self-protection strategies to reduce emotional and financial harm.
• Strategic Awareness: Highlights the importance of behavioural insight in countering digital manipulation and fraud.
