Stalking of mental health professionals: an underrecognised problem.

McIvor, Ronan J; Petch, Edward · Br J Psychiatry · 2006

editorial · Level V

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Abstract

Doctors and mental healthcare professionals are at greater risk of being stalked than the general population, particularly by their patients. Despite causing significant psychological distress, stalking remains underrecognised and poorly managed. Healthcare organisations should ensure appropriate policies are in place to aid awareness and minimise risk, including the provision of formal educational programmes.

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