New report warns workplace rudeness can escalate to toxic cultures, causing mental health issues and physical assault.

A new report by Flinders University warns that workplace rudeness can escalate into a toxic culture, leading to serious mental health issues and even physical assault. Valerie O'Keeffe, a workplace safety expert, emphasizes that behaviors starting as rudeness can quickly become normalized and spread, especially under stress. She notes that returning to the office post-pandemic has increased reports of bullying. Addressing minor misconduct early can prevent escalation and improve productivity and employee engagement.

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