Can You Believe How Mean Office Gossip Can Be?

Could adults gossiping in the office be more devious than the teenagers in “Gossip Girl”? A study at a Midwestern elementary school found the insults subtle and the conversations unpredictable. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Derek Hawkins - Nov 3, 2009 - 8:27 AM PST
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