Psychologist Advises Ignoring Stalker to Break Cycle
Psychologist Alexandra Miller advises victims of stalking to clearly set boundaries once and then completely ignore all attempts to gain attention, emphasizing that even negative reactions can reinforce the stalker's sense of connection. She also recommends informing close ones about the situation to enhance safety.
Consensus
- Victims of stalking should clearly set a boundary once and then stop all contact.
- Victims should ignore all attempts by the stalker to gain attention.
- Even negative reactions like anger or tears can be interpreted by the stalker as attention and confirmation of significance.
- Victims should inform close people about the stalking to improve personal safety.
- Stalking by a former partner is often driven by an emotional inability to accept the breakup.
Points of divergence
- The psychologist noted that the stalker may try to maintain connection or prove the breakup was a mistake, and that psychological closure is not achieved. — riamo
- The psychologist stated that the stalker's behavior is often motivated by a desire to prove the breakup was an error. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Psychologist answered how to behave with a stalker — РИАМО
- Complete Ignoring and Help from Close Ones: Psychologist Told How to Protect Yourself from a Stalker — Вести