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US Scam Victims Report Mental Health Harm

Published Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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  • Mental Health and Societal Impact1 source

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A recent poll indicates that scam victims in the United States are reporting significant harm to their mental health and a decline in societal trust, in addition to the substantial financial losses, which were estimated at $68 billion in 2025.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Scams in the United States were estimated to cost victims $68 billion in 2025.
  • US scam victims report significant harm to their mental health and a decline in societal trust.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Mental Health and Societal Impact
  • Al Jazeera English

    Al Jazeera emphasizes the significant mental health and societal trust impacts of scams in the US, particularly on vulnerable populations, beyond just the financial losses.

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