[.ca] Incestuous Workplace: Stress and Distress in the ... (ISBN 1568381549)

Working with organizations:
This is an excellent resource for OD professionals working with dysfunctional organizations. The author applies family theory to the workplace and describes organziational symptoms along the continuum of closed to open systems. I have used the information in this book to understand the basis of organizational problems and create understanding for my clients.

The title of the book could have been: Read this if you....:
Want to know why you are unhappy at work. OBTW this is Richard writing this...I am a Family Physician and I understand family systems. The foundation of the work compares organizational dysfunction to family dysfunction. It is a rational and easy to read book. It helped me understand the dynamics of my workplace and realize I needed to leave my job! Don't get me wrong....this is not the advise of the author. Once understanding the workplace is covered there are survival tips. For me I came to the conclusion there is little chance of recovery for the organization I worked with. A must read book for managers, owners and employees who want to grow and become healthier.