Psychologist explains stalkers' reasoning following Baby Reindeer interview

A psychologist has revealed why stalkers do what they do following the popularity of Netflix's Baby Reindeer .

"Additionally, the stalker may experience a sense of validation from knowing they are in their victim's mind, even if the attention is unwanted. Being held in the mind of the object of their obsession reinforces their belief that they have a special relationship with the victim, contributing to the persistence", reports the Mirror.

Dr Goddard-Crawley reflects on the stalker's mindset: "This distorted perception may prevent them from fully understanding the consequences of their actions. Being exposed and convicted of stalking can lead to feelings of humiliation. Legal proceedings and media coverage can magnify these feelings." The expert further explains the stalker's inability to grasp the severity of their actions: "They may struggle to understand the impact of their actions on the victim's well-being and fail to recognise that their behaviour is causing harm. The stalker may interpret any response from their victim, whether positive or negative, as confirmation of the relationship."

"They often have low self-esteem and may seek validation through their relationships with others, leading to an intense fear of abandonment." It comes as Scots woman Fiona Harvey went head to head with Piers Morgan in an explosive TV clash on his YouTube channel which aired on Thursday night.

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