What is it about?
An online survey given to undergraduate students suggests that almost all the stalking victims were harassed using online methods, as opposed to offline stalking behaviors. Furthermore, stalking victimization was associated with increased rates of depression, anxiety, and distress.
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Why is it important?
As stalking perpetrators are commonly using digital platforms, initiatives should be taken to promote safe online interactions, along with education about the risks and harm of persistent unwanted online communication.
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This page is a summary of: A comparison of online and offline stalking behaviors among university students., Journal of Threat Assessment and Management, January 2026, American Psychological Association (APA),
DOI: 10.1037/tam0000265.
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