Being suspicious in the workplace: the role of suspicion and negative views of others in the workplace in the perception of abusive supervision

Purpose Research reported in this manuscript focuses on the relationship between trait suspicion and perception of abusive supervision. Based previous research, authors assume that is positively related to The role implicit theories play examined. Design/methodology/approach Two studies are presented examine supervision as moderated by leadership theories. first study a survey study, second an experimental vignette study. Findings Results both indicate moderate limitations/implications interpreted terms biases well reversing-the-lens perspective. Originality/value While there progress taking into account follower characteristics resulting perceptual constructive phenomena such transformational leadership, less know about aspect destructive phenomena. With extend research influence also look at boundary conditions including moderator.