Includes bibliographical references (p. 223-232) and index.

Human nature and the practical psychology of work -- Shrinkers and clingers: avoidant and dependent employees -- Emoters and reactors: histrionic and borderline employees -- Preeners and predators: narcissistic and antisocial employees -- Detailers and vigilantes: obsessive-compulsive and paranoid employees -- Oddballs and spoilers: schizoid and passive-aggressive employees -- Working wounded: mental disorders on the job -- Brain alert: neuropsychological disorders at work -- Sick and tired: mind-body syndromes in the workplace -- What a job: managing dysfunctional employees -- Danger zone: handling workplace violence -- Tough at the top: organizational stress management and leadership -- Bibliography and further reading -- Index.

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