Ashley Foster, Program Associate Workplace culture impacts all aspects of an organization. Many workplaces have dictatorial and disjointed cultures. This threatens long-term stability and can provide a space where bullying can and often thrives. According to Mental Health America, research shows that many people experience workplace bullying. Approximately two out of every five people have been bullied at work. Almost half of those targeted at work suffer stress related health problems. The bullying can be verbal, psychological, physical, or online. It can also include blacklisting from future employment opportunities. These high-stress situations can have serious effects on an individual’s physical health, mental health, and relationships. What’s more, fear of retaliation or even job loss prevents many people from reporting abusive behavior at work. Even when the behavior is reported, employers often mishandle responses or justify bullying as a “leadership style.” 3 30 2018 Friday, March 30, 2018 7:24:59 AM CDT Personal Well-Being afranke@uada.edu