Louisiana Academic Library Workers and Workplace Bullying

Author ORCID Identifier

0000-0001-6700-5824

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-2023

Abstract

Workplace bullying is a problem in many work environments and can take different forms, including spreading gossip, criticism of work, unreasonable workloads, and being excluded. It can cause physical, psychological, and emotional stress, manifesting as depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, exhaustion, feelings of rage/despair, and in some cases, post-traumatic stress disorder or suicide. Little is known, however, about the prevalence of bullying among library workers in academic libraries. This comprehensive state-wide study provides a replicable model to explore workplace bullying in a systematic manner amongst all academic library workers, not just librarians.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Library Leadership & Management

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