Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Study: Stalking Increases Heart Disease, Stroke Risk in Women
A new study found that being stalked can raise a woman's chances of heart disease or stroke by over 40%.
This is likely because the stress of being stalked affects the body.
The study looked at data from more than 66,000 women.
It also showed that women with restraining orders had a higher risk.
Experts want more research and better support for women facing stalking.
Study links stalking to increased risk of heart disease and stroke in women.
The study analyzed data from over 66,000 women.
Nearly 12% of women in the study reported being stalked.
Women who obtained restraining orders had a 70% increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Researchers suggest psychological distress may link stalking to cardiovascular issues.
- Who
- The study involved over 66,000 women.
- What
- A study linking stalking to increased risk of heart disease and stroke in women.
- When
- The study analyzed data from 2001 to 2021.
- Where
- The study was conducted in the US and Canada.
- Why
- Researchers believe the link is due to psychological distress caused by stalking.
Researchers Findings
General Perspective
Seriousness of Stalking
Researchers Findings
Stalking is often considered less serious as it may not involve physical contact, but this can lead to health issues.
General Perspective
There is no clear opposition.
- Study Published In
- Circulation
- Stalking Risk Increase
- Over 40%
- Restraining Order Risk Increase
- 70%
- Percentage Stalked
- Nearly 12%
- Study Duration
- 20 years (2001-2021)
