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A Study of Non-verbal Assault at the Workplace


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The current research aims in exploring the impact of Non-verbal Assault at the workplace environment. in general, non-verbal communication comprises dynamic utilization. However, non-language messages like touch, gaze, facial expressions and vocal cues are specifically significant while identities, emotions and status plays a significant role. Non-verbal assaults have a significant concern and affect physical and psychological well-being at the workplace. The study transparently signifies the non-verbal assault prevalence amongst the respondent. The study was carried out with 150 participants with a subject-to-survey-based questionnaire. Non-verbal assault has been identified and been implemented for assessing the data. T-test enables the scholar to evaluate the significance pertaining to non-verbal assault and its effect resulting to victims on the basis of gender. The research tends to express concern on assaults at the workplace which exist regularly.

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Non-verbal Assault, Organization, Communication, Victimization, Workplace
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Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Arts Faculty, University Enclave, Delhi, India

Abstract


The current research aims in exploring the impact of Non-verbal Assault at the workplace environment. in general, non-verbal communication comprises dynamic utilization. However, non-language messages like touch, gaze, facial expressions and vocal cues are specifically significant while identities, emotions and status plays a significant role. Non-verbal assaults have a significant concern and affect physical and psychological well-being at the workplace. The study transparently signifies the non-verbal assault prevalence amongst the respondent. The study was carried out with 150 participants with a subject-to-survey-based questionnaire. Non-verbal assault has been identified and been implemented for assessing the data. T-test enables the scholar to evaluate the significance pertaining to non-verbal assault and its effect resulting to victims on the basis of gender. The research tends to express concern on assaults at the workplace which exist regularly.

Keywords


Non-verbal Assault, Organization, Communication, Victimization, Workplace

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