A Systematic Review of Cyberstalking Victimization and Offending Behaviors

Marcum, Catherine D.; Higgins, George E.

doi:10.1007/s12103-021-09653-6

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“…According to some studies, both men and women have an equal chance of becoming victims of cyber-obsessive stalking (Dreßing et al, 2014;Gunn et al, 2021). Most studies (Marcum and Higgins, 2021;Sammons and Cross, 2017) indicate that women are disproportionately more likely to be victims, while more studies (Ahlgrim and Terrance, 2018;Pereira and Matos, 2015) indicate that men are more likely to be perpetrators. A scant amount of research has been done on male victimization (Fissel & Reyns, 2019).…”

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Cyber obsessive obsession: A study in nurses department

Demir

2024

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Cyber obsessive stalking is a form of cyber violence that comprises a variety of unfavorable behavior patterns and is thought to be an extension of classic persistent stalking in online settings. Research shows that healthcare professionals are vulnerable to cyber-obsessive harassment due to the negative perception that patients are not satisfied with the service they receive and that their treatment processes are inadequately managed. The purpose of this study is to identify the experiences public and private sector nurses have had with cyber-obsessive stalking. In this cross-sectional study, 165 nurses who work in both the public and commercial sectors make up the study group. Data collecting techniques were the Personal Information Form and the Cyber Obsessive Stalking Scale. The scale, which asks how often cyber-obsessive stalking behaviors have been encountered, has 15 items and includes excessive closeness, threat, and transference components. A statistical package application was used to examine the data that were gathered online. According to the data of the analysis, 72.7% of the participants had at least one experience with cyber obsessive stalker behavior. While exposure to influence-oriented messages was the most frequent conduct, with a rate of 61.2%, exposure to auto, home, and office listening behavior was the least common cyber obsessive stalking behavior. The extreme closeness component of the scale had the highest mean score, while transference was the most prevalent activity. Healthcare professionals face risks such as patient dissatisfaction with the care they receive, societal perceptions of poorly managed treatment processes, and, in some cases, the possibility of patients engaging in cyber-obsessive tracking for emotional and/or sexual reasons. The results of this study show that cyber obsessive stalking behaviors are observed among the nurses participating in the study.

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Cyber obsessive obsession: A study in nurses department

Demir

2024

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“…Participants also used the term “stalking” to describe several forms of behavior. In empirical research, cyberstalking is often used to describe repetitive, unwanted electronic communication with intent to intimidate a person and provoke negative emotions, such as fear or distress (Kaur et al, 2021; Marcum & Higgins, 2021). In contrast, participants in this study reserved the term “stalking” to describe monitoring their partner’s location and delving into their partner’s social media history and/or current social media behavior, which may reflect a disconnect between terminology researchers use to describe cyber DA behaviors and how young adults describe such behaviors.…”

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When does technology use within dating relationships cross the line? A thematic analysis of semistructured interviews with young adults.

Basting,

Munshi,

Harangozo

et al. 2023

Psychology of Violence

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Objective: Scholars often inconsistently define, measure, and conceptualize cyber dating abuse (DA) across empirical studies. Additionally, there is a disconnect between the cyber behaviors that scholars consider to be problematic in dating relationships and social norms among young people. This study aimed to identify cyber behaviors that young adults considered to be problematic in dating relationships. Method: We collected qualitative data using semistructured interviews. The sample (N = 117; ages 18–25; 59.6% women, 38.6% men, 1.8% other [e.g., nonbinary people]) consisted of college students and community young adults with diverse sexual, racial, and ethnic identities. We analyzed semistructured interviews using thematic analysis. Results: Several themes emerged, including constant communication with a partner, controlling behavior, cyber aggression perpetration, stalking a partner’s social media, and technology changing one’s way of life. We identified two subthemes within constant communication: Constant communication with a partner leading to problems and reactive cyber aggression when a partner does not maintain constant communication. Two subthemes emerged within the controlling behavior theme, including controlling a partner’s social media and monitoring/tracking a partner. Conclusions: Results identified cyber behaviors that may be normalized in modern dating relationships and may provide important behavioral targets for cyber DA preventive interventions. These findings can also inform future efforts to create comprehensive, consistent measures of cyber DA that reflect the terminology used and values held by young adults. Future studies should consider employing mixed method designs to assess how attitudes toward problematic cyber behaviors may vary across young adults’ identities, education level, and past experiences.

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“…In author in [19], mentioned the following electronic databases were used for the thorough literature search: Academic Search Complete, Criminal Justice Database (ProQuest), EBSCO, Google, JSTOR, and PsychInfo. These investigations used analytical samples ranging from 54 to 5,718 and an average age of 12.4 years.…”

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Threats, Effects, and Awareness of Cybercrime: A Survey

Arora

2024

IJSREM

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The emergence of the digital age has ushered in unprecedented connectivity and convenience, but it has also brought about a surge in cybercrimes, posing significant challenges to security. Criminals exploit vulnerabilities in cyberspace to access sensitive information, perpetrate fraudulent activities, and undermine trust in online interactions. Despite the pervasive impact of cyber threats on various facets of society, awareness levels among the general populace remain a critical concern. This paper presents findings from a comprehensive survey aimed at assessing public awareness of cybercrimes and cybersecurity measures. The survey, conducted through a structured questionnaire, solicited responses from a diverse demographic sample, encompassing individuals' background information and their perceptions of cyber threats. Participants were queried on their familiarity with prevalent cyber scams, including phishing, email spoofing, lottery scams, credit card frauds, investment scams, vishing frauds, and gaming frauds. Key findings reveal gaps in awareness and understanding of cyber risks, underscoring the need for enhanced education and vigilance. Furthermore, insights into participants' responses regarding their experiences with cybercrimes, including measures taken to address incidents and financial losses incurred, shed light on the real-world impact of cyber threats. In conclusion, this paper emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to safeguard against cybercrimes and offers recommendations for bolstering cybersecurity awareness and resilience in the digital age. Key Words: Cybercrime, Scams, threats, Analysis, Awareness.

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A Systematic Review of Cyberstalking Victimization and Offending Behaviors

Cited by 12 publications

References 57 publications

Cyber obsessive obsession: A study in nurses department

Cyber obsessive obsession: A study in nurses department

When does technology use within dating relationships cross the line? A thematic analysis of semistructured interviews with young adults.

Threats, Effects, and Awareness of Cybercrime: A Survey

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