Looks at how we bring the trauma of our childhood into the workplace, considering our “family” at work, and probes more deeply into traits which abused adults carry with them daily. Finally, explores the long‐lasting effects with regard to communication patterns in the workplace as they...

Addresses the reasons, costs and kinds of violence in the workplace. Looks at the effects of stress in the workplace, and what managers can do to prevent violence from happening in their organizations. Outlines some preventive strategies, and concludes that it is essential that all levels of an...

Analyses and gives an in‐depth study of depression and its effect in particular on the workforce. Points out the responsibility in management recognizing when the problem arises and taking appropriate steps to alleviate it. Depression at work takes many guises, for example, decreased...

Uses The Wizard of Oz as a metaphor for a workforce comprising of Scarecrows, Tinmen and Cowardly Lions. Specifically addresses the topics of disempowered workers, barriers to empowering employees, steps to empowerment, and benefits to organizations of having self‐directed and empowered...

Argues that, in the USA, violence in the workplace mirrors an increasingly violent society, resulting from many factors including stress, drug abuse, failed marital relationships and layoffs. Examines the reasons for workplace violence, its costs and legal implications. Suggests measures which...

Historically, employers considered domestic violence as strictly a personal issue. When asked to comment, they offered several excuses for not getting involved: it’s risky; it’s no one else’s business; it’s hard to distinguish whether it is actually abuse; it’s a lose/lose situation;...