North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: Online Dating: In the world of internet and dating apps we often meet new people. Sometimes a profile seems so perfect that it becomes difficult to believe. Beautiful pictures, heart touching things… and we start connecting with that person emotionally. But have you ever thought that the person sitting across the screen is really what he is showing?
This deception game ‘Catfishing’ (Catfishing) They say. This is the dark corner of the world of online relationship, where a person meets you by wearing a false mask.
What is the real meaning of catfishing?
Simply put, catfishing means when a person makes a fake identity on the Internet and implicates someone else in the trap of love or friendship. They use pictures of someone else, create false stories about their life and pretend to be a person they are actually. Their purpose can be anything – only from entertainment, cheating money or breaking someone emotionally.
Why do people do this? Heart and mind game
It is natural to come to mind that why would anyone do this? Many deep psychological reasons are hidden behind this:
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Insecurity: Many times people are not happy with their real life or face. They create a false world in which they can become what they really want to be. This gives them a kind of confidence, even if it is fake.
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Fear of loneliness: Some people are very alone and want to connect with someone, but they do not dare to face the truth. They are afraid that if they tell their truth, no one would like them.
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Revenge (Revenge): Sometimes people try to hurt him emotionally by making fake profiles even to take revenge on someone.
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Just entertainment or boredom: For some people it is just a game. They eradicate their boredom by playing with the feelings of others.
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Financial Gain: This is the most dangerous form, where criminals win your trust by creating an emotional relationship with you and then cheating you by making an excuse for any compulsion.
Catfishing is not just a deception, but an emotional attack. This breaks the victim’s trust and can put him in deep shock. Therefore, always be careful before having a relationship with anyone online and use your understanding.
