Scam victims don't just get hit in the wallet, their mental health also suffers

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A sales administrator, who wanted to be known only as Del, 34, fell victim to a job scam and borrowed money from friends to take part in it.The single mother said she had accepted an offer to verify products from luxury brand Gucci because she wanted to earn extra income to provide for her son, 12. She has since made a police report.Ms Del said she has been in a daze since then.

While victims may feel rage, disappointment and regret, it is important to remember that everyone makes mistakes, said Singapore Counselling Centre's Mr Lim. Mr Asher Low, executive director of Limitless, a mental health charity, added:"Money can be earned back, relationships can be rebuilt. You are worth more than what was lost."If someone you know has fallen victim to a scam, here are some ways you can support them through their recovery.Not all victims will accept that they have been scammed and may hope to get their money back.

 

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