Many people seek complementary and alternative approaches to stalking. Understanding the evidence base helps make informed choices.
Complementary Approaches with Evidence for Stalking
Acupuncture: Several studies show modest effects on stalking symptoms, particularly for anxiety and pain-related presentations.
Yoga: One of the best-evidenced complementary approaches — multiple mechanisms relevant to stalking.
Massage therapy: Reduces cortisol and increases serotonin — documented effects on stalking symptom severity.
Supplements: Omega-3s, magnesium, and vitamin D have meaningful evidence for some stalking presentations.
Complementary Approaches with Limited Evidence for Stalking
Crystal healing, homeopathy, and many energy medicine approaches lack scientific evidence for stalking. Risk of harm is low, but opportunity cost of forgoing evidence-based treatment is real.
Using Complementary Approaches Safely for Stalking
Complementary approaches work best as additions to, not replacements for, evidence-based stalking treatment. Always inform your healthcare providers of everything you're using.