Includes bibliographical references (pages 315-331) and index.
Contents
What do we know and what do we need to know about partner stalking? -- Women's perceptions of partner stalking -- Partner stalking and previous victimization -- The health and mental health costs of partner stalking -- Partner stalking and co-occurring problems -- Partner stalking and coping responses -- Partner stalking and the justice system response -- Conclusion and implications : are there answers for stalking victims? -- Appendix. Study methods and ethical considerations.
Summary
In this latest volume on stalking, sixty-two female survivors share their personal stories of partner stalking from victims' perspectives. This book will: * Increase awareness, education, and information to validate the experiences of stalking for women * Provide information about partner stalking for women, researchers, and practitioners * Inform public policy and service agency responses about partner stalking * Shed light on gaps in the current research about partner stalking and services to protect partner stalking victims. -- From publisher description.