@article{article_1525890, title={The Relationship Between Men’s Persistent Stalking and Harassment Behaviors in Domestic Violence Against Women: Case Report}, journal={Yeni Yüzyıl Journal of Medical Sciences}, volume={5}, pages={124–127}, year={2024}, author={Tüzün, Birgül and Buğa, Duygu and Kalfoğlu, Ersi}, keywords={Stalking, domestic violence, trauma, medicolegal report, forensic medicine.}, abstract={In the case presented, the aim is to discuss the causes of men’s persistent stalking and harassment behaviors and the precautions that can be taken, as well as what should be done in terms of protecting women, ensuring their safety and the legal aspect. It is emphasized that the men’s persistent stalking and harassment behaviors can escalate into domestic violence against women within a certain period. The case involves a 43-year-old woman seeking divorce from her 41-year-old husband, where persistent stalking behaviors escalated into domestic violence. The men’s actions, starting from the dating period, included following the woman, waiting outside her home, and workplace harassment. Despite the woman perceiving these behaviors as love, the marriage resulted in physical, mental, and verbal abuse, leading to her job loss. Despite obtaining a protection order and filing for divorce, the men’s stalking and harassment behaviors continued for eight years. In light of such cases, it is evident that forensic medical evaluation and psychiatric follow-up are crucial for effective treatment. Equally important is the need for reporting and documenting instances of violence against women. Furthermore, recognizing the persistence of stalking behavior as a crime in legal regulations is imperative. It is suggested that making such incidents public should not solely rely on the woman’s complaint; instead, it should be addressed within the framework of legal regulations pertaining to persistent stalking behaviors. This comprehensive approach ensures a more robust and proactive response to the complex dynamics involved in cases of stalking and domestic violence against women.}, number={3}, publisher={İstanbul Yeni Yüzyıl Üniversitesi}