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How to recognize an Internet Love Scammer. What to look for in regards to an Internet Love Scammer. What should I do if I am approached by an Internet Love Scammer? Feelings in regard to being Internet Loved Scammed. Should I confront an Internet Love Scammer?

Experience in the area

I was personally scammed a few years ago. Since that time, I have become very active in numerous support groups. I have wrote numerous articles for various magazines regarding this issue. I have personally interviewed convicted Internet Love Scammers.

Organizations

ILS Support Group; Yahoo Support Group - Internet Emotional Scammers

Publications

Various Magazines

Education/Credentials

Graduated from High School 1976; AA Degree from Sierra College in Law Enforcement; Graduated with Diploma from Heald Business College 1978; Attended Internet Scamming Seminar 2009

Awards and Honors

Numerous awards for outstanding advice regarding Internet Love Scammers

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

The feelings of betrayal. "How did this happen to me"?

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Kathleen11/25/11101010thank you. needed to hear that.

Recent Answers from Marlene

2012-02-03 6 year stand still:

Hi Misty,    In regard to your questions, "Wouldn't he make the effort to come here"?  I would think if Robert was serious about pursuing a relationship with you, he would definitely make the effort to

2011-08-26 Games that people play on dating sites:

Hi Lana,    (Due to problems with my Internet connection, I have been unable to get on-line; therefore,   please accept my apology for the delay in responding to your question.)    I commend you for being

2011-05-02 Need advice:

Hi Dana,    You should give yourself a pat on the back for blocking this guy!  If he sincerely cared for you, he would have saved his money and sent for you and your Mother.  He would have put more effort

2011-04-01 I think I'm falling for this guy online?:

Hi Trish,    From what you have told me about the conversations you have had with this guy and the things you have shared with one another, I would say, "yes", I think he is genuine.      I'm not really

2011-03-28 need advice.:

Hi Tracy,    I apologize for taking so long to respond to your message.  I have been having Internet problems and I am now trying to catch up with emails, etc.      Anytime a man talks about marriage without

 

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