The act of engaging deeply with fan-produced content—such as fanfiction, fanart, video edits, commentary, and memes—of a specific fandom without having consumed the original source material. A fandom stalker selectively immerses themselves in the emotional and aesthetic aspects of a fandom, often becoming familiar with character dynamics, plot arcs, and themes through the lens of other fans. This form of participation is marked by a pick-and-choose approach: embracing what resonates while intentionally avoiding aspects of the canon that don’t appeal.
“I’ve never watched The Last of Us, but I know everything about Ellie and Joel from reading fanfic and watching TikTok edits. I guess I’m fandom stalking.”
by sundroppanda May 12, 2025
Get the Fandom Stalking mug.Gang stalking is often associated with paranoia or delusional disorders, where individuals believe they are being targeted and harassed by a group of people. These individuals typically experience persistent and intrusive behaviors such as following, surveillance, vandalism, and verbal harassment, which they perceive as orchestrated and organized. The perpetrators, according to the beliefs of those experiencing gang stalking, may include strangers, neighbors, acquaintances, or even governmental agencies. Victims of gang stalking often report feeling intense fear, paranoia, and isolation, as they believe they are being relentlessly pursued and tormented without respite.
While gang stalking is a deeply distressing experience for those who believe they are targeted, it's important to note that there is little empirical evidence supporting the existence of organized gang stalking groups. Instead, mental health professionals often attribute these experiences to underlying psychological conditions such as paranoid delusions, schizophrenia, or other forms of psychosis. Treatment typically involves therapy and medication to address the underlying mental health issues and provide support to individuals experiencing distress related to these beliefs.
While gang stalking is a deeply distressing experience for those who believe they are targeted, it's important to note that there is little empirical evidence supporting the existence of organized gang stalking groups. Instead, mental health professionals often attribute these experiences to underlying psychological conditions such as paranoid delusions, schizophrenia, or other forms of psychosis. Treatment typically involves therapy and medication to address the underlying mental health issues and provide support to individuals experiencing distress related to these beliefs.
She believed she was a victim of gang stalking, convinced that strangers were following her every move and conspiring against her.
by Phycology 101 February 19, 2024
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