The Dark Side of Peer Reviews: When Coworkers Become Judges, Jury, and Executioner The concept of peer reviews is often touted as a way for colleagues to provide constructive feedback and support each other's growth in the workplace.
But what happens when this supposedly egalitarian system is exploited by individuals who use it as a tool for personal gain or to be cruel?
The story of "Awkward Turtle" – an individual with autism, ADHD, and depression – serves as a stark reminder that peer reviews can be a breeding ground for bullying and sabotage.