ABSTACT:
Workplace bullying has been studied extensively in the United States, Austria, Germany, Scandinavia, and the United Kingdom.
Previous studies of bullying have focused on types of bullying (Einarsen, Hoel, Zapf, & Cooper, 2003; Keashly, 1998; Pearson, Andersson, & Wegner, 2001), frequency of bullying (Zapf, Einarsen, Hoel, & Vartia, 2003), the organizational and social factors that permit or encourage bullying (Andersson & Pearson, 1999; Fox & Stallworth, 2004; Vartia, 1996; Zapf, 1999), bullying’s adverse effects on the victims (Zapf, Knorz, & Kulla, 1996), ways to counter bullying (Richards & Daley, 2003), and the attributes of bullies and their victims (Zapf). However, a review of the literature did not uncover studies focusing on the attributes of workplace bullies in particular. The proposed study will help fill this gap in the literature by constructing a psychological profile of workplace bullies. This profile will help organizations recognize bullies, mitigate their effects, and prevent bullying.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Problem Statement
- Purpose of the Study
- Research Questions
- Brief Review of the Literature
- Definitions of Bullying
- Workplace Bullying
- Research Method
- Informed Consent
- Confidentiality
- Geographic Location
- Data Collection Procedures
- Instrumentation
- Validity and Reliability
- Data Analysis Procedures
- Summary
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to gain insight into the characteristics of workplace bullying perpetrators and victims. The researcher will profile the socio-demographic and organizational status of both groups to uncover personality traits associated with aggressive behavior and victimization.- Prevalence of workplace bullying in a specific metropolitan area
- Character traits and socio-demographic profiles of perpetrators and victims
- Family-life antecedents of bullying behavior
- Psychological impact of workplace bullying on victims
- The role of social constructivism in understanding workplace bullying
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the topic of workplace bullying, highlighting its prevalence and the significant negative impact on individuals and organizations. It emphasizes the lack of comprehensive understanding and the need for further research to address the issue.
- Problem Statement: This chapter explores the various detrimental effects of workplace bullying on individuals and organizations. It examines the psychological and behavioral dynamics of bullying behavior, including covert aggression, and discusses the challenges of identifying and addressing this phenomenon within the workplace.
- Purpose of the Study: This chapter outlines the objectives and specific research questions of the study. It aims to investigate the characteristics of perpetrators and victims of workplace bullying, examining their socio-demographic profiles, personality traits, and family-life antecedents.
- Research Questions: This chapter presents the specific research questions that guide the study, focusing on the prevalence of workplace bullying, the characteristics of perpetrators and victims, and the psychological impact of bullying behavior.
- Brief Review of the Literature: This chapter provides a concise overview of existing research on workplace bullying, including various definitions and frameworks for understanding this phenomenon. It examines the historical development of workplace bullying research and explores the different perspectives on its nature and causes.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The study focuses on the critical issues of workplace bullying, aggression, and victimization. It explores the psychological impact of bullying behavior, the social dynamics of the workplace, and the individual characteristics of both perpetrators and victims. The research utilizes a social constructivist framework to understand the subjective experiences of individuals involved in workplace bullying, aiming to provide a more objective lens for analyzing this complex phenomenon.- Quote paper
- Erica Thompson (Author), 2011, An Investigation of Aggression and Bullying in the Workplace, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/199344
