Cyberstalking

What is cyberstalking

• "The repeated use of electronic communications to harass or frighten someone"
• For example; sending threatening emails
• It may include false accusations
• Stalking is a form of mental assault

Who are the typical Cyberstalkers

• Co-workers
• Friends
• Boyfriends/Girlfriends
• Former spouses / ex-partners
• Online aquantinces

Both males and females can be victims, females between the ages of 18-30 are more likely to be victimized.

ANYONE CAN BE THE VICTIM OF cyberstalking! EVEN YOU

Results of Cyberstalking for the victim ;

• Anxiety
• Changes in; eating/sleep patterns
• Fear for safety
• Nightmares
• Paranoia
• Stress

What to avoid/do

• Avoid meeting the stalker in person
• Do; contact local authority
• Avoid talking to them further
• Avoid telling them personal information

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Sources Noted

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyberstalking
• https://ca.norton.com/cyberstalking/article
• https://www.stalkingriskprofile.com/victim-support/cyberstalking
• http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2011/08/06/trauma-from-cyberstalking-more-inte...