Journalist Nicole Madigan was stalked for 3 years. She received messages and abuse from multiple phone numbers, social media and email accounts. A terrifying and debilitating experience, it wreaked havoc in her personal and professional life and left her trapped in a constant state of fear and anxiety. In Obsession, Nicole uses her own story as a basis for deeper research and investigation into stalking behaviours and the impact on victims.
One in five women have experienced stalking behaviours. Whether by a stranger or a former spouse, stalking can have a devastating impact on a victim’s mental health, leaving them fearful, paranoid and anxiety-ridden. At worst, stalking can lead to physical violence, even death. With the advent of social media and other new technology even the definition of stalking has become more complex.
A common issue for victims of stalking is identifying when the behaviour towards them has crossed the line and how to respond. When victims do seek help they are often dismissed by police, by the justice system, and by society at large. Sometimes even by their own family.
A gripping blend of memoir, investigation and expert analysis, Obsession lifts the lid on a disturbing phenomenon and addresses the barriers to justice.
