Case Study: How Does Love and Human Vulnerability Impact Insider Threat Assessment?

Human Investigation Management operates in a constant state of threat assessment because the world is in a changing state of war footing. Insider threats can extend to families or internal workers, meaning executives or security directors can be compromised through affection, seduction, or deception. Security investigators act proactively to uncover these hidden risks, stop crimes before execution, and teach critical thinking and situational awareness for survival.

Why is someone leaking information without knowing or knowingly?

Whatever we feel about others comes out in our tone of voice and body language, and others react instinctively. Vice-versa, when people use tone or display body language—purposely or instinctively—we react. Some comprehend the other's intentions, while others have no clue or remain in denial. Understanding this dynamic enlightens individuals on where they truly stand with others.

What should I do if a family member or friend is in an unhealthy relationship or mixing with bad people?

No one can force someone to leave a relationship; they must make their own decisions. Fear produces the same brain chemistry as lust, and body chemistry can be triggered by a tone of voice or facial expression. When exposed to the right education, individuals can see where they stand and walk away on their own. Provide them with an educational tool or book for general learning without telling them it is meant for a specific person, as direct confrontation can trigger denial.

What can I do to lower the chances of being raped on my campus or building?

Talk to the Head of Security because this is a real threat in theatre. Modern technologies have evolved rapidly to help identify specific crimes and stop them. A Head of Security can integrate multiple complementary technologies simultaneously to protect sites and save lives. Educational booklets available on this website provide specific direction on technologies used to counter sexual assault and kidnapping.

How can I get my kids to pay attention instead of them being glued to their phone?

Divert their attention to something that genuinely interests them by opening their eyes to their surroundings and the people within it. Teaching children skill sets focused on reading people, critical thinking, and situational awareness helps them navigate interactions with people who may deceive them or hold hidden agendas. Learning to be security-investigation minded builds life-long survival skills that naturally draw their focus away from screen distractions.

7.a Deception detection & Critical situational interviewing -

Questioning

Ask the right question, at the right time for the right reason

Procedure: View the video clips, slider and work the toolbox

The Key to All

Remember:

1. Before you begin – get your mind-set right.
[ Be Neutral – Open to Receive without Prejudice]

2. Get the other person to talk as much as possible!

3. Right question at the right time for the right reason.

There is a ton of research done on eye movement and facial expressions, however we use an easier to comprehend and a more accurate way of deducing how somebody feels when the right question is asked at the right time for the right reason under the right conditions/environment.

We first identify an issue when we see something that is questionable, we then repeat the question to ensure the deduction is valid. You should see the same reactions but not necessary the same words.

When a person tries to conceal an emotion then we have to discover the ‘why’.

It is far easier to use the right question at the right time for the right reason under the right conditions (environment) to seek a specific reaction and then we can determine the why.

Keep your eyes open for the Tight-Lipped or when you feel that the person is hiding something.

Toolbox Questioning

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