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Social bullying in nursing academia
Earl Goldberg1, Janice Beitz, Diane Wieland
1School of Nursing and Health Sciences, La Salle University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Nurse Educator
|August 24, 2013
Summary
This study explored social bullying among nursing faculty. Findings highlight its negative impact on academic work environments, affecting recruitment and retention in nursing academia.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Social Sciences
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- Social bullying is increasingly recognized in academic settings.
- Limited research exists on social bullying within nursing academia.
- Faculty colleagues and administrators are potential sources of bullying.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the phenomenon of social bullying experienced by nursing faculty.
- To understand the prevalence and nature of bullying from colleagues and administrators.
- To explore the implications of social bullying for nursing faculty's work lives.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving nursing faculty.
- Exploration of personal experiences with social bullying.
- Analysis of outcomes and implications for academic settings.
Main Results:
- Nursing faculty experience social bullying from peers and superiors.
- Bullying negatively impacts faculty work experiences.
- Concerns raised regarding recruitment and retention in nursing programs.
Conclusions:
- Social bullying is a significant issue in nursing academia requiring attention.
- Addressing bullying is crucial for improving faculty retention and recruitment.
- Further research is needed to develop effective interventions.
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