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Tips for how to handle a toxic workplace

Organizational psychologist Karlyn Borysenko needed an out from her job. So she learned how to direct her energy on formulating an exit strategy, instead of expending it on the stress at work.
The "Office Space" character Joanna (played by Jennifer Aniston) with her boss.
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One in five U.S. workers are exposed to a hostile work environment

Aug 17, 2017
Workers who frequently interact with customers were more likely to experience abuse or harassment.
Workers have been exposed to verbal abuse, unwanted sexual attention, threats, or humiliating behavior. 
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Schools report post-election bullying and harassment

Nov 15, 2016
The Southern Poverty Law Center is surveying teachers about the climate after Donald Trump’s win.
Hannah Stephenson, 2, eats a granola bar before joining her mother and 8-year-old brother in a march against President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday in Philadelphia.
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Clinton unveils anti-bullying plan for schools

Oct 28, 2016
Bullying has been a big problem in schools for a long time. But teachers say the the ugliness of the election has made things worse. Today, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton will outline a proposal to dole out $500 million in federal funding to states that agree to develop anti-bullying programs. The funds would pay […]
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign rally with first lady Michelle Obama at Wake Forest University on Thursday in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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Facebook does something about safety and security, experts yawn

Apr 20, 2011
Facebook rolled out some new features designed to improve security and address the ongoing issue of cyberbullying. Some of this stuff we talked...