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The Psychology Behind Catfishing

Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

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Understanding Catfishing Victims

This chapter explores the traits and vulnerabilities of individuals who fall prey to catfishing, emphasizing psychological motivations such as loneliness and social anxiety. It also examines a recent study highlighting demographic characteristics of both victims and perpetrators, shedding light on the social contexts that fuel these deceptive online relationships.

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