Citation

Moreno Jiménez B, Rodríguez Muñoz A, Moreno Y, Sanz Vergel AI. Psicothema 2011; 23(2): 227-232.

Vernacular Title

Acoso psicologico en el trabajo y problemas de salud: el papel moderador de la

Affiliation

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Departamento de Psicología de la Universidad de Oviedo, Publisher Colegio Oficial de Psicológicas de Asturias)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

21504674

Abstract

Workplace bullying and health complaints: The moderating role of physiological activation. Previous research has shown that workplace bullying is related to several negative outcomes. In this line of research, few studies have focused on possible moderators of the experience of bullying. The aim of the present study was to examine the moderating role of physiological activation, measured as systolic blood pressure, in the relationship between bullying and health problems. The sample was made up of 213 employees, who filled in a questionnaire about health and well being, and participated in a voluntary medical check-up that was carried out by an independent Occupational Health Service. Results revealed that physiological activation strengthened the relationship between bullying and health problems, so that those with high levels of blood pressure reported more health complaints in bullying situations. These results are in line with the allostatic load theory.

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