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Psychiatry’s Jeffrey Janata advises slowing down and examining evidence to avoid scams

Media | September 04, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

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WEWS: Jeffrey Janata, a professor of psychiatry at the School of Medicine, said he advises people to slow down when they encounter potential scams. He recommends examining the evidence and using analytical rather than intuitive thinking, which can help consumers avoid scams and avoid significant financial losses.

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