The psychology of whistleblowing |
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Authors: | Joan E Sieber |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Psychology, California State University, Hayward, 94542 Hayward, CA, USA |
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Abstract: | Whistleblowing, its antecedents, and its aftermath are complex and varied phenomena. Motivational factors in the perception
of alleged misconduct and in the response to such allegations by the accused and the institution are examined. Understanding
the psychological processes that underlie some of the surprising behavior surrounding whistleblowing will enable those who
perceive wrongdoing, as well as the professional societies and work organizations which voice their concern, to better respond
to apparent wrongdoing, while preserving the reputation and mental health of all parties to such cases.
An earlier version of this paper was presented at the symposium entitled “Damned If You Do, Damned If You Don’t: What the
Scientific Community Can Do About Whistleblowing” held during the Annual Meeting of the American Association for the Advancement
of Science, Seattle, Washington, 15 February, 1997. |
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Keywords: | attribution bias ethical resister misbehavior psychology of whistleblowing whistleblowing |
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