Marie's supervisor embarrasses her by constantly telling sexual jokes and by making sexual comments.Marie was shocked when she observed that he had sexually explicit material on his computer screen during working hours.Although he has never directly asked her to sleep with him,she feels threatened and is so uncomfortable that it is difficult for her to do her job. Studies show that this situation has as much to do with ________ as it does about sex.

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The supervisor's behavior is about exerting power and control over Marie, and not just about having sexual desires or interest. The inappropriate behavior is a display of dominance and a way to make Marie feel intimidated and uncomfortable.

Marie's Supervisor Embarrasses Her by Constantly Telling Sexual Jokes and by Making