This paper investigates the prevalence and correlates of workplace harassment and violence, using data from an online survey conducted in the Bologna area of Italy in 2022-23 and 2024-25, covering a broad range of sociodemographic, occupational and well-being indicators. An Ordered Probit model is employed to examine the factors associated with increasing severity of harassment. Then, a Multiple Correspondence Analysis reveals structured and gendered patterns in the types of harassment experienced across employment contexts. Overall, the findings suggest that workplace harassment remains a widespread phenomenon even in economically and socially advanced areas, underscoring the need for continued monitoring and targeted policy interventions.
Daughters of a lesser God. Harassment and violence in the workplace. A survey in the Bologna area of Italy
Panarello D.;
2026-01-01
Abstract
This paper investigates the prevalence and correlates of workplace harassment and violence, using data from an online survey conducted in the Bologna area of Italy in 2022-23 and 2024-25, covering a broad range of sociodemographic, occupational and well-being indicators. An Ordered Probit model is employed to examine the factors associated with increasing severity of harassment. Then, a Multiple Correspondence Analysis reveals structured and gendered patterns in the types of harassment experienced across employment contexts. Overall, the findings suggest that workplace harassment remains a widespread phenomenon even in economically and socially advanced areas, underscoring the need for continued monitoring and targeted policy interventions.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
