Stalking

No single definition of stalking exists. This is probably because, despite certain commonalities, there is no prototypical case on which a definition could be founded. Although some types of behavior are common in many stalking cases – silent/abusive telephone calls, unwanted gifts and letters, surveillance – each case involves an idiosyncratic combination of these and other diverse types of behavior that renders a definition based on the conduct involved somewhat nebulous. Other than this, definitions have isolated factors such as the relationship between the parties or the motivation behind the behavior, but again, these are so diverse and wide‐ranging that it is impossible to formulate a definition that captures the full spectrum of stalking cases. Although the various attempts at definition differ, a common theme exists that facilitates the identification of core characteristics: repeated and unwanted intrusions into the life of another that engender a negative reaction in the recipient

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