The Effects
Stalking can take a great toll on victims. Besides the risk of physical assault, sexual assault and homicide that accompany this crime, victims have reported a number of other effects including (Tjaden, 1997):
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Victims feel they need to move
Considered or attempted suicide
Feelings of powerlessness
Jumpiness, shakes, panic attacks, hypervigilance, and or exaggerated startle response
Lifestyle changes
Increased security
Curtailed social outings
Changed workplace, school, or career
Chronic sleep disturbance
Appetite disturbance
Persistent nausea
Increased alcohol or cigarette consumption
Excessive fatigue
Increased frequency and severity of tiredness
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Disclaimer: this project is supported by Grant 98WFVX0008 awarded by the Violence Against Women Office, Office of Justice Program, United States Department of Justice (USDJ), through the Governor's Office of Criminal Justice Planning. Points of view in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the USDJ.
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