Protecting Your Mental Health from Office Gossip

Office gossip can damage mental health, causing anxiety, depression, and emotional exhaustion for both gossipers and victims. To protect yourself, set boundaries, reduce interactions with gossipers, seek support, and document instances if necessary. Unchecked gossip can also create a hostile work environment and promote negative behaviors. Prosocial gossip, such as warning colleagues about unethical practices, can be helpful in protecting others.