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Stress and Workplace Bullying: The Mediating Roles of Anger, Anxiety and Depression

Authors
Zhenyu Zhao1, *
1Psychology, LSA, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 48104, USA
*Corresponding author. Email: zhao_zhenyu@umich.edu
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Zhenyu Zhao
Available Online 7 May 2025.
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10.2991/978-94-6463-706-9_66How to use a DOI?
Keywords
General strain theory; stress; workplace bullying; anxiety; depression; anger
Abstract

This paper aims to examine the effect of general strains on workplace bullying. Drawing on the general strain theory, we propose and test the relationship between strain and workplace bullying by exploring the mediating role of negative emotion. Through collecting data via online questionnaires, we received 209 responses. The results show a positive relationship between personal strain and workplace bullying behaviors; that is, stress contributes to workplace bullying. In addition, the relationship is mediated by typical negative emotions—i.e., anxiety and depression.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2024 2th International Conference on Economic Management, Financial Innovation and Public Service (EMFIPS 2024)
Series
Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research
Publication Date
7 May 2025
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978-94-6463-706-9
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2352-5428
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10.2991/978-94-6463-706-9_66How to use a DOI?
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