The management context and the presence of perceived harassing behaviour in schools
This study deals with the impact of school administrations’ management styles, conflict management methods, and stress levels on the presence of harassing behaviours in schools. More specifically, we examine the link between Quebec primary school administrations’ management style and the presence of harassing behaviour among teachers. Statistical analysis shows that transformational leadership has a protective effect against psychological harassment behaviours. However, when it comes to the other components of management style, the study uncovers no significant associations with the behaviours in question. In sum, the study helps shed light on the impact of the school context on the occurrence of harassing behaviours and suggests new preventive measures.