Am J Psychiatry August 1999 PMID 10450267

Study of stalkers.

P E Mullen, M Pathé, R Purcell, G W Stuart

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67
Peak: 33 in Dec 2020
across 6 sources since May 2019

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1,030,058
potential audience

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What people are saying

The group shows moderate to high engagement with discussions about categorized stalker types and behavioral insights, such as the five forms identified in the study, using technical language and referencing research details. Words like 'elucidate', 'psychopathology', and 'worsen without intervention' reflect a tone of analytical interest, while some dismissive comments challenge the study's relevance or intentions, contributing to a nuanced overall perception.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the findings of the study, especially the categorization of stalkers and their behaviors.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show curiosity about the classifications and implications, though some posts are more reactive than inquisitive.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many comments analyze stalker types and mention relevant facts, indicating deep involvement in the subject.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversation highlights the significance of understanding stalker behaviors, but some posts dismiss or criticize the study's credibility.

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Study of #Stalkers https://t.co/zt90h6WcUz An excellent article regarding the actual study conducted to determine the 5 types of #stalking. Interesting the types (unwanted early AM pizza delivery), & property damage at 40%, 2nd to threat to victim at 58%. 3rd party threats 39%.

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thesolution
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@nyaraVT You can also just read instead of making things worse because your feelings say something. https://t.co/IbSvAwARNS https://t.co/RYYKpSTSr3 https://t.co/aXbxrmuGV8

Oct 11, 2025 · 19 followers View post →
thesolution
@thesolution0rg · X

@MaximusCockburn @lostsketcher22 @Chwithwr @Lego_Eggman @nyaraVT Longitudinal data on stalkers shows escalation over time: 70% of cases worsen without intervention, but early no-contact policies (like blocking) correlate with de-escalation in 80% of non-violent starts. https://t.co/IbSvAwARNS https://t.co/aXbxrmuGV8 https://t.co/RYYKpSTSr3

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Sue Anderson
@sae_llc123 · X

"Supervisory Surveillance Stalking?" https://t.co/8Ofz49NzPK Anything for a name and access to satiate people with a true mental illness...

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ADRIANSUNGNET
@adriansungnet · X

Mullen, P. E., Pathço¯, M., Purcell, R., & Stuart, G. W. (1999). Study of Stalkers. American Journal of Psychiatry, 156(8), 1244–1249. https://t.co/Je181EleMU

Apr 25, 2025 · 427 followers View post →
ADRIANSUNGNET
@adriansungnet · X

Mullen, P. E., Pathço¯, M., Purcell, R., & Stuart, G. W. (1999). Study of Stalkers. American Journal of Psychiatry, 156(8), 1244–1249. https://t.co/Je181EleMU

Apr 25, 2025 · 1 share · 427 followers View post →
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@kompasmuda · X

Apa itu ‘stalking'? Mengutip penelitian bertajuk ”Study of Stalkers” yang terbit di ‘The American Journal of Psychiatry’, 'stalking’ merupakan perilaku berulang dan terus-menerus memaksakan komunikasi yang tidak diinginkan pada orang lain. #Hiburan #Kompas59 https://t.co/EYHZxmoJYi

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Alisha Gray M.S.,MPH
@RealAlishaGray · X

Study of #Stalkers https://t.co/zt90h6WcUz An excellent article regarding the actual study conducted to determine the 5 types of #stalking. Interesting the types (unwanted early AM pizza delivery), & property damage at 40%, 2nd to threat to victim at 58%. 3rd party threats 39%.

Apr 11, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 682 followers View post →
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AppSame
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@9NewsNancy · X

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@sqL_handLe · X

"This clinical study was devised to elucidate the behaviors, motivations, and psychopathology of stalkers." ~~~~~ Study of stalkers Mullen, P. E., Pathé, M., Purcell, R., & Stuart, G. W. (1999) The American Journal of Psychiatry, 156(8) https://t.co/6RNCUp7UdL

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@END_JRN · X

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