Workplace violence in healthcare: Towards a psychosocial perspective

Bhattacharjee, Debanjan

doi:10.1016/j.avb.2021.101573

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“…In particular, they are type “A” people who are impulsive, impatient in their desire to solve problems as quickly as possible, and neurotic as a result of the stress induced by the situations they have experienced. This is consistent with the findings of psychological studies on the phenomenon of violence (Allen and Anderson, 2018; Bhattacharjee, 2021).…”

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confidence: 92%

“…Recently, this occupational risk has significantly increased in terms of frequency and severity (Singh, 2017; Alsharari et al , 2021; Brunero et al , 2021; Somani et al , 2021) and has been exacerbated by the health crisis caused by the Corona Virus pandemic, in which healthcare workers are confronted with a large number of patients (Ramacciati and Giusti, 2020; Bhattacharjee, 2021).…”

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confidence: 99%

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An exploratory study on the prevalence of workplace violence: the case of Algerian hospitals

Heddar

Djebabra

Saadi

2022

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PurposeWorkplace violence is a universal phenomenon that is constantly increasing. In this regard, this study aims to investigate the prevalence of violence committed against Algerian health professionals.Design/methodology/approachA cross-sectional survey, based on an anonymous, self-administered questionnaire, was conducted in healthcare settings of eastern Algeria (where 144 respondents participated in this study). Besides, socio-demographic characteristics and data related to violence, including its prevalence, different forms, perpetrators, reporting and the way it is handled, were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.FindingsHalf of the respondents were victims of violence. More specifically, 90.1% of them were verbally abused. Compared to physical violence, verbal violence was significantly perpetrated against women and young health professionals (p < 0.05). However, nurses and those with less than or equal to five years of work experience were the most vulnerable to both types of violence (p < 0.05). Moreover, the main perpetrators were the patients' relatives (70%) followed by the patients themselves (51.4%). In terms of risk treatment, aggressors were verbally warned (60%). For violence reporting, 31% of the respondents observe such a fact as not being important. Finally, 65.7% of the participants reported that their employers had provided them with security measures (guards).Originality/valueThis is the first study conducted in Algeria that examines the prevalence of violence and its relationship with socio-demographic characteristics. Authorities must react effectively to solve this problem by implementing preventive and anticipatory strategies.

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An exploratory study on the prevalence of workplace violence: the case of Algerian hospitals

Heddar

Djebabra

Saadi

2022

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“…WPV has deleterious personal effects on the victim, the victim's co‐workers (Reich et al., 2021), and the victim's overall organizational productivity (Boudrias et al., 2021; Nielsen & Einarsen, 2018). Between 15% and 19% of workers worldwide are affected by WPV (Bhattacharjee, 2021; Boudrias et al., 2021). However, less than 12% of those who suffer from WPV report their experience (Arnetz et al., 2015).…”

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“…However, less than 12% of those who suffer from WPV report their experience (Arnetz et al., 2015). Many accept that WPV is just part of the job, an occupational hazard, and therefore reported prevalence rates likely underestimate actual WPV incidents (Bhattacharjee, 2021; Morphet et al., 2018). This leads many to either tolerate, accept, or ignore WPV (Phillips, 2016).…”

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“…Despite this physical–nonphysical dichotomy, the World Health Organization placed workplace psychological violence on par with physical violence in terms of its effect on the victim (Krug et al., 2002). Verbal abuse is the most frequently encountered form of psychological WPV (Guay et al., 2014), the impact of which is equal to physical violence (Abeyta, & Welsh, 2022; Bhattacharjee, 2021; Mento et al., 2020).…”

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Incidence of client‐initiated workplace violence among counselors: A national study

Kempf

Laux

Dari

et al. 2023

Jour of Counseling & Develop

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Workplace violence (WPV) is a global concern and consists of psychological and physical threats or acts. To date, limited data exist to document client‐initiated WPV experienced by professional counselors. Survey results from 2616 counselors in 12 states indicate that most counselors have no memory of WPV training from their counselor education programs. Over 75% of the sample experienced WPV. Counselors experience psychological forms of WPV at greater rates than physical forms. Over half of WPV experiences occurred during participants’ graduate training and in the first 4 years of their professional practice. WPV occurs in all locations where counselors work. WPV's consequences differ, ranging from none to career ending disruptions. Counselors’ responses varied, including no action or responses, seeking support from supervisors, professional peers, and family members, and engaging in medical and/or mental health services. Suggestions for practice, training, and future research are offered.

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Prevalence, risk factors, consequences, and prevention and management of patient aggression and violence against physicians in hospitals: A systematic review

Wu,

Strating,

Ahaus

et al. 2024

Aggression and Violent Behavior

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Workplace violence in healthcare: Towards a psychosocial perspective

Cited by 9 publications

References 30 publications

An exploratory study on the prevalence of workplace violence: the case of Algerian hospitals

An exploratory study on the prevalence of workplace violence: the case of Algerian hospitals

Incidence of client‐initiated workplace violence among counselors: A national study

Prevalence, risk factors, consequences, and prevention and management of patient aggression and violence against physicians in hospitals: A systematic review

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