Stress is an unconscious and automatic physical reaction to anything perceived to be threatening to us.

Objectives

• To provide a framework for managing stress within your organization
• To understand Occupational Stress – its causes and effects
• To recognize the signs of stress
• To understand and be able to apply stress management techniques
• To manage your own stress levels effectively
• To be able to review stress within the business

Program Outline

• Introduction and shared experiences of stress/stress management
• What is Occupational Stress
  • Causes of stress
  • The job itself
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Work life balance
• Effects of stress
  • Individual – ill health, job dissatisfaction
  • Organizational – productivity, turnover, absence
• Case study on Stress factors
• Stress Management
• Employee Assistance Programmes
  • Individual
• Stress management training
  • Increased understanding
  • Personal stress management training
  • Sleep
  • Mediation and relaxation
• Stress in context
• The legal issues in managing stress
• Learning and next steps
• Focus on personal effectiveness
• Organizational goals
• Next steps for your