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KMID : 1024820230110010008
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Journal of Korean Academy of Dental Administration
2023 Volume.11 No. 1 p.8 ~ p.18
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Investigation on organizational culture and sexual harassment in the workplace of dental hygienists
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Han Ji-Hyoung
Hwang Ji-Min
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Abstract
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The purpose of this study is to examine the organizational culture of dental hospitals and clinics, as well as to assess members’ perceptions and actual conditions related to sexual harassment. The research method involved conducting a cross-sectional survey of 149 dental hygienists using random sampling. The analysis utilized frequency analysis and descriptive statistical analysis. Regarding awareness of organizational culture within the workplace, 39.6% responded, “It is difficult to freely use maternity and childcare leave at our workplace”. When asked about sexual harassment, 51.7% of respondents said they had received training on sexual harassment prevention. The highest level of sexual harassment experienced was “sexual analogy or evaluation of appearance”, at 45.8%. The most common perpetrators of sexual harassment were agency heads and directors, at 37.5%. The most common behavior of the victim at the time was “changing the subject or avoiding the scene” (41.7%). 50.0% of victims of sexual harassment responded to the harm by “just putting up with it”. The most common response to the direct and indirect impact of sexual harassment was “there was no specific impact”. The most common response from the agency was “there were no suitable measures”. Regarding the most necessary policy to prevent sexual harassment, “strict punishment for perpetrators (37.5%)” was the highest. There is a need for organizational and cultural changes to reduce sexual harassment in the workplace. Additionally, it is crucial for the country and society as a whole to actively participate in and improve the system.
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KEYWORD
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Dental hygienists, Organizational culture, Sexual harassment
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