Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The disbelief of being victimized isn’t about naiveté-it’s about trusting systems and people that have earned itfor years, then finding out trust is simply a vulnerability waiting to be exploited. Part of the After the Lossseries, Wilhelmina Hearn’s insightful book explores the emotional aftermath of financial scams and identitytheft, and how to rebuild security in a world designed to undermine it.Financial loss isn’t merely a depletion of funds; it becomes a violation of autonomy, triggering shame, anger,and a profound sense of helplessness. *Scammed* is not a technical manual on cybersecurity, a legal guide torecouping losses, or a true-crime exposé. Instead, it unpacks the psychological traps that allow scams tosucceed-and offers pathways toward recovery and proactive protection.Through real stories of loss and resilience, you will explore the hidden dynamics behind financial victimization:- The Broken Signal: The initial shock isn’t disbelief at *what* happened, but frustration at having fallenfor something considered so easily avoided-a judgment that hinders self-compassion and recovery.- Scammed* offers practical tools for navigating these emotional landscapes-cultivating self-compassion,reframing narratives of blame, and recognizing the subtle ways manipulation preys on ingrained habits. Byunderstanding *why* scams work, you can begin to dismantle their power and rebuild a sense of agencyover your financial life and personal security. Pick up *Scammed* now and start reclaiming control afterloss, or proactively fortify yourself against future vulnerability.
