| | |  | Books | Home » » Surviving a Stalker: Everything You Need to Know to Keep Yourself Safe | | | | | | | Description: | | Stalking may seem like something that happens only to celebrities. In fact, it is an overlooked, yet extremely prevalent form of domestic violence--far more widespread than many people suppose. Now journalist Linden Gross provides all the necessary tools readers need to know to handle inappropriate obsessive attention. Readers will discover how to control their natural reactions (which often put victims at a disadvantage), how to stop feeding the obsessive interaction that perpetuates stalking situations, and how to protect their privacy and safety. Gross explains how these dangerous obsessions begin, the patterns they take, and what potential victims can do before the nightmare becomes real. Surviving a Stalker also draws on the expertise of psychologists and offers secrets from personal security professionals. | | | Features: | |
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| | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| Linden Gross | | Paperback:
| 304 pages | | Publisher:
| Marlowe & Company | | Publication Date:
| August 29, 2000 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 1569246041 | | Product Length:
| 8.81 inches | | Product Width:
| 5.29 inches | | Product Height:
| 0.89 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.87 pounds | | Package Length:
| 8.2 inches | | Package Width:
| 5.4 inches | | Package Height:
| 0.8 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.75 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 5 reviews |
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19 of 23 found the following review helpful:
Supportive and sustainingJan 28, 2001
Anyone who's been the victim of unwanted attention can relate to the stories in this book - some are truly horrendous, but knowledge IS power, and I definitely felt more empowered after reading this book! The bad news is that there frequently are no easy answers - the GOOD news is that you are not alone and the answers, though not easy, DO EXIST! Although I prefer Gavin deBecker's book THE GIFT OF FEAR, this book is a welcome addition to increasing one's information resources and sense of protection.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Something Everyone Should KnowFeb 15, 2007
By Jeanette Hw Chan
This book has a lot of useful information, and is good to have even when you're not being stalked. It helps you see how the stalker thinks, and how to protect yourself, your family, co-workers and friends. There is another book that would work well with this, that keeps things a little more updated - Stalking the Stalker. In general, most women don't realize that not being clear and concise with their wishes because of discomfort levels can lead to even more problems later on. This book should also be read with The Gift of Fear by Gavin deBecker. I highly recommend it in the process of keeping yourself and your loved ones safe!
I think that one should make their decisions according to their situation, but being aware of possible repercussions from things like restraining orders, etc. is an important part of a decision.
2 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Practical approachAug 08, 2011
By Charlie C. Peterson
There are far more books on stalking than there needs to be. Potential victims need three things from a book on stalking. 1. Help recognizing the threat. Most victims of stalking don't recognize the threat until it's too late. This book does a pretty good job of helping potential victims recognize a would-be stalker before he has the chance become fully involved. 2. Help understanding how to minimize the threat. Folks need to understand what can be done to reduce the threat of becoming a victim. There are some great tips on how to do this. Some are simple and easy and some are pretty complex and involved. The list of steps seems pretty complete. 3. Practical steps to stop a stalker. The steps listed in this book are at least as good as they are in any other. Stopping a determined stalker can be a daunting challenge and I don't think anyone has all the answers. Gross has as good a list of steps as we can hope for.
The real strength of this book is in the organization. Each chapter has a short synopsis at the end. It makes it easy to answer the question, "So, what should I do?" Bottom line, it's pretty well written, has some great information, and it is well organized - almost like a manual. As a teacher of women's self defense seminars, I recommend only one book on stalking. This is it.
10 of 16 found the following review helpful:
 This might scare you more than help you.Mar 31, 2004
This book is very well researched, but it largely consists of horrific true stories of stalkings. I don't know how helpful this will be if you are being stalked.
A lot of the stories chosen are told in a sensational way and doesn't give much hope to victims.
This book was published in 1994 so it's somewhat outdated.
It is an interesting source book for anyone who wants to write about stalkers but I imagine a victim could find a better book about how to protect themselves.
The subtitle "Everything you need to know to kepp yourself safe "is surely nonsense. Mostly the book tells you repeatedly not to get a restraining order because you'll anger your stalker. Perhaps this is true.
If you are a stalker yourself suffering with obsession I strongly suggest you take an antidepressant such as Celexa to relive your suffering and cure you of obsessionality. It really works.
4 of 7 found the following review helpful:
This book is a great toolNov 21, 2006
By Ian Brown
"Brownie"
I would highly recommend this book as it certainly outlines the dynamics involved in stalking cases and how the individual victim can be proactive in their own protection. I have read many reviews in regards to books on stalkers, and many so called professionals continue to minimise the value of this information. As a Professional counsellor who deals with many cases of stalking and interpersonal violence I have read these same books and find them useful, as do many of my clients in assisting in the process of healing after the event and protection before it occurs. Any book on stalking and protection of violence that comes with Gavin Debeckers seal of approval is certainly a must read for me and this is no exception.
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