Bringing together contributors from a wide range of disciplines, countries and perspectives this book provides a thought-provoking overview of the human dimension of the workplace. It covers workplace problems as well as potential solutions. Essential reading for anyone committed to making the workplace a humane and effective place. INDICE: Preface - Acknowledgements - Introduction - PART I: WORKPLACE PROBLEMS - Stress; N.Thompson - Conflict, Aggression and Bullying; N.Thompson ; L.Brooksbank - Drug and Alcohol Problems; I.Madoc Jones - Mental Health Problems; S.Desai - Racism; G.Singh - Loss, Grief and Trauma; N.Thompson ; S.Thompson - PART II: PROMOTING WELL-BEING - Learning and Development; J.Bates - Leadership; P.Gilbert - Managing Sickness Absence; M.Tehan - Women-friendly Workplaces; B.Metcalf - Spirituality in the Workplace; B.Moss - PART III: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES - A United States Perspective; S.de Mello - A Hong Kong Perspective; S.Ng - An Australian Perspective; J.Bottomley - A Greek Perspective; V.Ioakimidis - An Indian Perspective; G.Prem Singh - Conclusion - References - Index
- ISBN: 978-0-230-22192-5
- Editorial: Palgrave Macmillan
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 256
- Fecha Publicación: 22/10/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés