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Daniela Acquadro Maran1, Antonella Varetto
1università di torino - dipartimento di psicologia. daniela.acquadro@unito.it.
La Medicina Del Lavoro
|November 1, 2018
Summary
Female nurses experience more emotional distress from stalking, while male nurses report more physical symptoms. This study compares stalking victimization between male and female nurses, identifying key differences in experiences and coping mechanisms.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Criminology
- Psychology
Background:
- Victimization is a recognized risk within nursing professions.
- Limited research exists on gender-specific differences in stalking campaigns, consequences, and coping strategies among nurses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the experiences of male and female nurses regarding stalking victimization in public hospitals.
Main Methods:
- A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 2,154 nurses.
- A total of 765 nurses (35.5% response rate) completed the survey.
- Victimization data was analyzed for 221 nurses (29.8%), comprising 172 females and 49 males.
Main Results:
- Stalkers were typically male for female victims (76.2%) and female for male victims (71.4%).
- In most cases, stalkers were acquaintances, with campaigns lasting approximately one year.
- Male nurses reported more physical symptoms (sleep and weakness disorders) compared to female nurses.
- Female nurses experienced higher rates of sadness and paranoia and utilized social support and psychological counseling for coping.
Conclusions:
- Findings highlight distinct physical and emotional impacts of stalking on male and female nurses.
- Discussion includes preventative strategies, noting low police reporting rates (8.2% for females, 5.8% for males).