The Curious Case Of Artificial Blue Light And Its Effects On Scam Victims During The Scam And Afterward – 2024
The Curious Case Of Artificial Blue Light And Its Effects On Scam Victims During The Scam And Afterward
Artificial Blue Light from Screens is Known to Disrupt Sleep making Scam Victims Easier to Manipulate and Disrupting Recovery
Primary Category: Scam Victim Recovery Psychology
Author:
• Tim McGuinness, Ph.D. – Anthropologist, Scientist, Director of the Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc.
About This Article
Artificial blue light from screens can significantly impact scam victims both during and after a scam. The exposure can disrupt sleep patterns by suppressing melatonin production, leading to poor sleep quality and heightened stress levels.
This can increse emotional distress and anxiety, impair decision-making, and reduce the ability to think critically, making victims more vulnerable to scammers.
Post-scam, continued exposure to blue light can prolong these effects, contributing to ongoing anxiety, depression, and difficulty in recovering from the emotional and cognitive impacts of the scam. Managing screen time and ensuring proper sleep hygiene can be crucial for scam victims’ mental health and recovery.
