Shock calls: How you can protect yourself and your loved ones

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The dangers of shock calls and their effects on society

In the past 24 hours, an alarming increase in shock calls in the area of responsibility of the Aalen police headquarters has been recorded. This fraud stitch is particularly aimed at older people who are often put into a profound emotional and psychological crisis.

psychological mechanisms behind the fraud calls

shock calls represent a perfidious method to put pressure on the victims. The perpetrators use credible -sounding stories and repeated calls to cause psychological stress. Adrenaline, the stress hormone, is released in the body of those affected, which triggers a number of physiological reactions: heartbeat and breathing accelerate while the senses are sharpened. These reactions are biologically useful, but can also be fatal if they are triggered in a fraudulent situation.

The role of emotions in fraud cases

A crucial factor for the success of such fraud is that the perpetrators take advantage of the emotional situation of the victims. Many of those affected are helpful and stand up for others, which makes them susceptible to manipulation. The deception that are presented to the victims often appear so credible that they fall into the trap despite initial doubts. Emotions and a high degree of responsibility lead to the fact that those affected quickly make decisions without sufficient questioning the situation.

Financial and psychological consequences for the victims

The financial losses from shock calls can be considerable, but the emotional consequences are often even more serious. Many victims report shame, self -accusations and the fear of the reaction of their social environment. These psychological stress leads to many affected persons to keep the experienced secret, even if they live in a supportive social network.

prevention measures and clarification

An important measure to protect yourself from shock calls is the clarification of the procedures of the perpetrators. The police advise you to stay calm when calling and to critically question the stories presented. The exchange with familiar people or contacting the police can be decisive at these moments.

The increase in shock calls is a worrying trend that not only endangers the individual well -being of the victims, but also shakes trust within the community. Through sensitization and sharing of experiences, society can result in this challenge.