rceived Exclusion in the Workplace: The Moderating Effects of Gender on
Work-Related Attitudes and Psychological Health.
North-American-Journal-of-Psychology. Vol 8(2) 2006, 217-236.
Research examining the nature and consequences of social exclusion
indicates that such behavior is multifaceted and has deleterious effects on the
intended targets. However, relatively little research has specifically assessed
the impact of such behavior on employees who perceive of themselves as being
excluded within their place of work. Even less has examined gender differences
in relation to exclusionary behavior. The current research investigated the
moderating effect of gender on the relation between perceived exclusion at work
and work-related attitudes and psychological health. Participants included 223
working students (64 men and 159 women). Hierarchical moderated regression
analyses on work attitudes (supervisor satisfaction, coworker satisfaction) and
psychological health supported initial predictions. At higher levels of
perceived exclusion men indicated lower satisfaction and psychological health
compared to women. Findings are discussed in terms of potential workplace
implications and limitations of the current research. (PsycINFO Database Record
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