Demographically, stalking is a gender-neutral crime, with both male and female perpetrators and victims, but: Most stalkers are men. Best statistics indicate that 75-80% of all stalking cases involve men stalking women. Most stalkers know their victims. 60% are current…
Category: Understanding the Issues
General information on all aspects of abuse.
About Stalking
What is Stalking? The legal definition of stalking is defined primarily by state statutes. While statutes vary, most define stalking as a course of conduct that places a person in fear for their safety. Stalking behaviors can include: Non-consensual communication,…
How to Help a Friend or Loved One Who is Being Abused
To truly help others is to empower them to act on their own behalf. To genuinely help your friend or loved one, acknowledge her capacity for self-help, thus avoiding the pitfall of becoming a “rescuer.” Some Practical Things You Can…
Angie’s Story
Angie* grew up in an unsafe home where the main rule was, “Don’t upset Mom.” If mom got upset, Angie’s stepdad doled out the beatings. Angie married and left home as soon as she could manage it. Unfortunately, the charming…