Employees are especially likely to engage in counterproductive work behaviors when they feel:

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Counterproductive work behaviors are often triggered by negative emotions such as frustration, anger, or resentment. Feeling frustrated can lead employees to engage in behaviors such as absenteeism, doing the bare minimum required, or engaging in workplace gossip or conflict. Depressed and frightened employees may also engage in counterproductive behaviors but to a lesser extent. Cheerful employees are less likely to engage in such behaviors.

Employees Are Especially Likely to Engage in Counterproductive Work Behaviors