Explain How the Grapevine Functions and Why It Exists in Organizational

question 59

Essay

Explain how the grapevine functions and why it exists in organizational communication.

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Definitions:

Emotional Needs

Fundamental aspects of psychological well-being, including feeling loved, understood, and valued.

Somatic System Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by physical symptoms that suggest illness or injury, but which cannot be fully explained by a medical condition or substance use, and are not attributable to another mental disorder.

Psychiatric Counseling

A therapeutic approach focused on diagnosing and treating mental health disorders through conversation with a mental health professional.

Psychotherapy Sessions

Structured interactions with a therapist aimed at treating mental and emotional disorders through verbal communication.