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Romance Scams: Warning Signs Without the Shame

How to talk about a concerning online relationship while preserving trust, dignity, and the chance that your parent will keep confiding in you.

Published August 31, 2026

A parent and adult child having a supportive conversation about an online relationship

In production

This practical guide is coming soon.

Coming next: a conversation guide, evidence checklist, and safe exit plan for relationships that turn into requests for money or investment help.

What it will cover

  • Lead with curiosity; ridicule can deepen isolation.
  • A relationship that never reaches an in-person meeting deserves a careful check.
  • Never send money or invest at the direction of an online love interest.