Actors are suppose to scare innocent victims while being filmed by hidden cameras. But the whole show is obviously fake. All the so- called "victims" are lame actors without any feeling at all. ... The only good thing about this show is the host Shannen Doherty, known for her role as Brenda Walsh in "Beverly Hills 90210".

Are scare tactics legal?

Although debt collectors may use scare tactics in an attempt to make you pay your debt, their scare tactics are not always legal. Always refer to the FDCPA and report a debt collector using unfair scare tactics to retrieve your debt.

Are scare tactics always effective?

But do they actually work? The research shows an emphatic no. Programs and campaigns that employ fear tactics are not effective tools for preventing drug or alcohol abuse. In fact, there are well regarded studies demonstrating how scare tactics actually have the opposite effect on participants.