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Understanding the mediating role of toxic emotional experiences in the relationship between negative emotions and adverse outcomes

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Kiefer, Tina and Barclay, Laurie J. (2012) Understanding the mediating role of toxic emotional experiences in the relationship between negative emotions and adverse outcomes. Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology , Volume 85 (Number 4). pp. 600-625. doi:10.1111/j.2044-8325.2012.02055.x

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Abstract

Research has demonstrated that experiencing negative emotions at work can have adverse consequences for individuals and organizations. However, little research has explored why negative emotions can be associated with detrimental effects. To address this gap, the authors argue that it is critical to consider how emotions are experienced. Across two field studies (N= 876 and N= 136), the authors investigate the mediating role of toxic emotional experiences (TEEs) in the relationship between negative emotions and adverse outcomes. The three TEEs dimensions (i.e., psychologically recurring, disconnecting, and draining) are examined as well as the composite score. Results indicated that the TEEs composite mediated the relationship between negative emotions and psychological health, attitudes towards the organization, performance, and helping behaviours. Mixed results were found for the three TEEs dimensions. A number of theoretical implications are explored including the differential roles of negative emotions versus TEEs, the distinct effects associated with each of the TEEs dimensions, and the importance of exploring how emotions are experienced at work. Practical implications related to effectively managing negative emotions and preventing ‘toxic' experiences are also discussed.

Item Type: Journal Article
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School > International Centre for Governance & Public Management
Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School
Journal or Publication Title: Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
ISSN: 0963-1798
Official Date: December 2012
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December 2012Published
Volume: Volume 85
Number: Number 4
Page Range: pp. 600-625
DOI: 10.1111/j.2044-8325.2012.02055.x
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access

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