Unwanted behaviour generally lasts for between 12 and 47 months. Most victims do not speak up out of fear or shame.
During this period, victims suffer from psychological effects such as sleep deprivation, diminished concentration and productivity, depression, and anxiety disorders.
This can eventually lead to an increase in absenteeism through burn outs, even PTSD, and an increase in employee turnover.
25% of employees who suffer from unwanted behaviour on a regular basis eventually quit their jobs either voluntarily, involuntarily, or end up in a costly outplacement trajectory.