Chris Gazdik
Chris Gazdik
Mental Health and Fraud with Kyle King - Ep311
Mental Health and Fraud with Kyle King - Ep311
Mental Health and Fraud with Kyle King - Ep311
Tuesday 13th May 2025
Explore how mental health challenges make us vulnerable to scams with Kyle King in this enlightening episode.
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Episode Overview
- Mental health issues like anxiety can increase vulnerability to scams.
- Fraudsters exploit emotional weaknesses with precision.
- Awareness and education are key to preventing fraud.
- Technical and therapeutic support can help victims.
- Cutting-edge tools like AI are used in fraud prevention.
You're not alone in this. It may feel like it, but if you get into a situation where it seems uncomfortable, just pause.
Have you ever wondered how mental health can be a playground for fraudsters? This episode of 'Through a Therapist's Eyes' takes a deep dive into the connection between mental health issues and fraud, featuring Kyle King, a Security Engineering Manager at Check Point Software. Kyle shares his expertise on how anxiety, isolation, and fear can make individuals vulnerable to scams, providing a unique perspective on how these mental health challenges are exploited with precision.
You'll hear about various types of scams, from romance to financial cons, and the emotional toll they take on victims. Kyle discusses real-world cases and the dual role professionals play in offering both technical and therapeutic support. With a sprinkle of humour and relatable anecdotes, the conversation explores cutting-edge fraud prevention tools like behavioural biometrics and AI-driven strategies. Chris Gazdik, the host, along with John Pope, keeps the dialogue engaging and informative.
They unravel the psychological impacts of fraud and emphasise the importance of awareness and education in prevention. Whether you're tech-savvy or a complete novice, this episode offers insights that could help protect you or your loved ones from falling prey to fraud. So why not give it a listen? It might just change the way you think about your online interactions.