Episode 06: The Mask of Cyber Munchausen: When Lies Go Digital

This episode originally aired under CTRL+ALT+REE and is part of Season 1 of The Cyber Boss Show™. 

Some lies online go far beyond exaggeration and become dangerous. In this episode, Dr. Ree explores Cyber Munchausen, a phenomenon where people fabricate illness or entire identities online for attention and control. Using Netflix’s documentary The Unknown Number: The High School Catfish based on the Beal City, Michigan case, Dr. Ree breaks down the psychology of deception, how anonymity fuels manipulation, and the real-life consequences of digital lies. Discover practical ways to spot online red flags, protect yourself and those you care about, and understand how digital deception can affect everyday life.