Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast The Psychology Behind Catfishing
Oct 7, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Annabel Kuhn, a Psychiatry resident at Harvard South Shore, unpacks the world of online catfishing scams. She reveals how to spot a scammer and the psychological traits of both scammers and their victims. Insights into the emotional impact on those deceived, such as loneliness and social anxiety, offer a compelling view of vulnerability in the digital age. The conversation also explores the manipulative tactics used by scammers and the role of AI, aiming to foster more authentic online connections.
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Revenge Catfish Cousin Story
- Antoine was catfished for three years by his cousin Carmen as an act of revenge.
- Carmen revealed the deception only during a confrontation caught on a TV show.
Dual Catfish Game in Canada
- Shelley Chartier pretended to be two people to catfish both Birdman and an aspiring model.
- The real people met without knowing they were texting different people the whole time.
Manti Teo's Catfish Scandal
- Manti Teo thought he dated a real woman who died but she was a fictitious persona.
- The catfisher may have been a family friend, complicating the situation further.