Fraud

Mixed-methods Analysis of Consumer Fraud Reports of the Social Security Imposter Scam

• December 16, 2020
• Susan Barnes
• Fraud, Social Security, Social Security program communications

Despite the growing prevalence of Social Security imposter scams, there has been no academic research on this subtype of fraud. One problem is that general sample surveys do not ask respondents about the individual subtypes of government imposter scams they…

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Contextual and Social Predictors of Scam Susceptibility and Fraud Victimization

• December 16, 2020
• Susan Barnes
• Financial well-being, Fraud

This study aims to identify the contextual and social predictors of elder fraud victimization. By identifying the mechanisms and timing of susceptibility, the study will inform the delivery of targeted interventions that reduce fraud vulnerability and prevent victimization.

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