to still be upset 36 hours later?

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Found out yesterday that some people at work have been slandering me.
We had fallen out two months ago as I had been told they were slagging me off a lot. I just ignored it and got on with my work while remaining civil.
They are now at the point where they are making stuff up about my child, that if someone informed social services, I would be in trouble.

People have challenged them about this and they tell them they are telling the truth and the person needs to question why I'm lying to them. None of it is true. I have proof for many of the things they are saying.
I have reported this all to management who are furious and will deal with it.

But, I just can't understand why they are doing this. We all used to be friends and socalise out side of work, and now this.

I keep bursting into tears.

you are still upset because it is a big deal. takes longer for deeper wounds to heal.

crying is good. it wil help.

Okay, this comes under bullying and harassment and your HR department will take it very seriously indeed. Take a look at the ACAS website which will give you a lot of useful info
It's a good idea to write down everything, with dates if you can remember them. Names of any witnesses too. If you have emails, then send a copy of them to HR.

That's the practical stuff. This is such a horrible thing for you to be going through. Is there anyone you can talk to in RL? If not, ask to see your HR adviser or your manager and tell them how this is making you feel. They need to know exactly what a detrimental effect it is having on you. Can you ask for a move to another department?

I'm so sorry you are going through all this and hope things improve.

As for the bullies - ignore them. they are not your friends and not worth any further consideration

Good, thought I was just being overly sensitive.

Manager is aware and said he is going to deal with it, this will be happening tomorrow when I will be in work, I feel a bit sick thinking about it.

I'm not surprised you feel shaky.
Do make sure you have everything written down, so you've got all the facts to hand. It's easy to forget things when you are stressed. If you have another meeting with your manager, is there a colleague who could attend with you?
And please do read the ACAS website. It tells you what employers and employees should do - always good to know the facts.
best of luck

yanbu. how did today go?

Arseholes. Hopefully your work are on top of this sorting out their attitude.

YANBU, horrible people.

Agree with Katie. This is bullying and abuse and you do not need to put up with it. Contact ACAS on 0300 123 1100. Their hours are Mon-Fri 8am-8pm
Sat 9am-1pm.
I hate bullies. What do people get out of upsetting others.