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Stalking is a pattern of unwanted, obsessive, and repeated behaviors directed at a specific person that causes fear, distress, or a reasonable belief of danger, often escalating from seemingly minor acts like unwanted texts or gifts to threats, surveillance, or property damage, and can be cyber or physical, significantly impacting a victim's life and safety. Stalkers often know their victims, and while some seek intimacy (Intimacy Seekers), others are motivated by rejection (Rejected Stalkers) or a need to control, with dangerous types planning attacks. If you or someone you know is being stalked, trust instincts, document everything, seek support, and contact authorities, especially in emergencies.
Common Stalking Behaviors
Unwanted Contact: Repeated calls, texts, emails, DMs, or leaving unwanted items/gifts.
Surveillance: Following, watching, or waiting for you; showing up at your home, work, or school.
Digital Abuse (Cyberstalking): Hacking accounts, planting spyware, posting false information online.
Threats & Intimidation: Verbal threats, damaging property, or threatening loved ones.
Contacting Others: Reaching out to your family, friends, or co-workers.
Types of Stalkers (Motivations)
Rejected: Trying to reverse a breakup or rejection.
Resentful: Seeking revenge for a perceived wrong.
Intimacy Seekers: Obsessed with establishing a relationship, sometimes delusional (Erotomania).
Incompetent Suitors: Lacking social skills but fixated on a romantic interest.
Predatory: Spying to plan a sexual or physical attack.
Recognizing the Danger
Escalation: Behaviors often seem minor but become frightening in context (e.g., gifts from an ex).
Fear: Victims often feel fear, anxiety, or change their routines to stay safe.
Danger Signs: Stalkers who have weapons, commit other crimes, or make threats of violence are particularly dangerous.
What to Do If You're Being Stalked
Believe Yourself: Don't minimize what's happening; your fear is valid.
Document Everything: Keep records of all incidents, messages, and dates.
Seek Support: Talk to trusted friends, family, or victim services.
Contact Authorities: Call 999 (UK) or 911 (US) in emergencies; call non-emergency lines (like 101 in UK) for less urgent situations.
Enhance Safety: Change routines, secure accounts, and consider legal options like restraining orders.
Stalking Resources
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The Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center
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