👉 Fear engineering is a psychological technique that involves the deliberate manipulation of fear-inducing stimuli or scenarios to elicit specific emotional responses, often with the aim of influencing behavior, decision-making, or public opinion. This can be achieved through various methods, such as creating realistic but controlled simulations of threatening situations, using media to amplify fear-inducing narratives, or leveraging social engineering tactics to spread misinformation that triggers anxiety. The goal is not necessarily to cause genuine harm but to provoke a fear response that can lead to compliance, increased attention, or changes in attitudes and behaviors. However, ethical concerns arise when fear engineering is used to manipulate vulnerable populations or for malicious purposes, as it can have long-lasting psychological impacts and erode trust in institutions.
