Friday, September 25, 2015

Bullying in the Workplace

Article: http://www.piercepioneer.com/new-study-looks-at-bullying-in-the-work-place/46917

Summary: In the article, the author explores the relationship between bullying and suicidal thoughts in the workplace and how workers are more prone to suicidal thoughts if they work in a hostile enviornment.



Deviant Phrase: The author uses the phrase "chicken and egg," to describe the relationship between bullying and suicidal thoughts. Like the chicken and egg, it is hard to determine which one comes first.



Deviant Phrase: The phrase "specific predisposition," refers to the different circumstances that can lead to suicide. Workers can commit suicide if they have recently been exposed to bullying.



Vocabulary: The term "predisposition" means a tendency, inclination, or susceptibility. Workers are more likely to commit suicide depending on their predisposition.


Vocabulary: "Precursor," means one that precedes and indicates. The author explains that bullying is a precursor of suicidal ideation.


Abstract Connection: http://nj1015.com/bullied-at-work-1-in-3-workers-are-victims-survey-shows/
Who knew that bullying could becoming increasingly common in the workplace? Bullying usually affects young children and young adolescents. It was shocking to find out that victims of bullying in the workplace are twice as likely to commit suicide.



Abstract Connection: In the movie "Cyberbully," the main character was a target of bullying.The situation spiraled out of control and she even attempted to commit suicide. Victims of bullying in the workplace often experience suicidal thoughts that may lead to their death.


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