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The Impact of Domestic Violence in the Workplace: Results from a Pan-Canadian Survey
Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
  • C. Nadine Wathen, The University of Western Ontario
  • Jennifer C.D. MacGregor, The University of Western Ontario
  • Barbara J. MacQuarrie, The University of Western Ontario
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-30-2015
URL with Digital Object Identifier
10.1097/JOM.0000000000000499
Abstract

When workers experience domestic violence (DV) at home, impacts are felt in the workplace; however, little research is available on this topic. Methods: We conducted an online survey regarding the impacts of DV at work. Results: A total of 8429 people completed the survey. More than a third of respondents reported experiencing DV; among them, more than a third reported that DV affected their ability to get to work, and more than half reported that it continued at or near work. Most reported that DV negatively affected their performance. Almost all respondents, regardless of DV experience, believed that it impacts victims' work lives. Conclusions: This research identifies the scope and impact of DV on workers and workplaces. The data should assist governments, unions, and employers to enact and evaluate proactive practices to address the impact of DV in the workplace.

Citation Information
C. Nadine Wathen, Jennifer C.D. MacGregor and Barbara J. MacQuarrie. "The Impact of Domestic Violence in the Workplace: Results from a Pan-Canadian Survey" Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Vol. 57 Iss. 7 (2015) p. e65 - e71
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/n-wathen/40/