Consistent with the relative recency of research on workplace aggression and the considerable media attention given to high-profile incidents, numerous myths about the nature of workplace aggression have emerged. In this review, we examine these myths from an evidence-based perspective, bringing greater clarity to our understanding of the predictors of workplace aggression. We conclude by point...

Workplace violence by employees is a growing dilemma. Every hospital security professional must become the internal champion to help mitigate its risks.

Introduction Due to the stressful nature of emergency Department (ED), residents in ED are at risk of violence from patients or their associates. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of workplace violence against ED residents and the reasons for not reporting them. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted on ED residents of three educational hospitals, Tehran, Iran, during 201...

Background Many studies have investigated violence against nurses or physicians from patients and visitors especially in psychiatric settings. Few however, have focused on violence between co‐workers in general hospitals and various departments. Objectives This study examined the types of violence experienced by physicians, nurses and nurse assistants in various departments instigated by doctor...

BACKGROUND Violence against healthcare workers in Palestinian hospitals is common. However, this issue is under researched and little evidence exists. The aim of this study was to assess the incidence, magnitude, consequences and possible risk factors for workplace violence against nurses and physicians working in public Palestinian hospitals. METHODS A cross-sectional approach was employed. ...

OBJECTIVE To determine the extent of work-related violence against nurses in hospitals in Riyadh. MATERIALS AND METHODS Through a cross sectional approach, a self administered questionnaire was offered to 500 active-duty nurses selected randomly. In addition to the demographic characteristics, the questionnaire inquired about exposure to workplace violence, hospital and department of employme...

BACKGROUND Studies have established the negative effects of workplace disrespect and violence on the personal and professional well-being of nurses. In spite of this, only a few have directly investigated the effects of these issues on nurses' job satisfaction. In Africa, research on nurses' job satisfaction continues to focus largely on economic factors. The aim of this paper was, therefore, t...

PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to explore violent experiences of home visiting health care workers in Korea. METHODS This study was a cross-sectional survey. Data were collected using self-report questionnaires from 1,640 health care workers. Data collection was done between September 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010. RESULTS Of the respondents, 70.6% had experienced work-related violence. ...

Background and Objectives: Violence toward healthcare workers has emerged as an important health problem. This type of violence has the potential to severely influence healthcare workers, patients, and the community. This study aimed to explore the prevalence of violence in emergency departments, and to identify associated risk fac‌tors using a sample of emergency department healthcare workers ...