Stress Management
Introduction
Work related stress is now considered an epidemic in the workplace.
The largest percentage increase in Worker’s Compensation claims over the last 15 years has been due to stress claims. In fact those people born after 1955 are up to three times more likely to experience stress-related disorders as were their grandparents.
(Cross-National Collaborative Group, “The Changing Rate of Major Depressions: Cross National Comparisons”, JAMA 268 1992). - Australia
Objectives
Help participant recognise the signs of stress in others and in themselves.
Understand the consequences of stress on health, safety and production.
Be aware of some stress management strategies.
Applying Emotional Intelligence competencies to mitigate the physical and emotional effects of stress.
Key Benefits
Improved ability to perform under "pressure"
Increased effectiveness of decision making.
Enhanced ability to maintain work relationships.
Improved mental and physical health.
Target Audience
Anybody and everybody who has to deal with people at work, be they colleagues or clients.
Duration
Half day workshop, often run with the half day Emotional Intelligence workshop
Work related stress is now considered an epidemic in the workplace.
The largest percentage increase in Worker’s Compensation claims over the last 15 years has been due to stress claims. In fact those people born after 1955 are up to three times more likely to experience stress-related disorders as were their grandparents.
(Cross-National Collaborative Group, “The Changing Rate of Major Depressions: Cross National Comparisons”, JAMA 268 1992). - Australia
Objectives
Help participant recognise the signs of stress in others and in themselves.
Understand the consequences of stress on health, safety and production.
Be aware of some stress management strategies.
Applying Emotional Intelligence competencies to mitigate the physical and emotional effects of stress.
Key Benefits
Improved ability to perform under "pressure"
Increased effectiveness of decision making.
Enhanced ability to maintain work relationships.
Improved mental and physical health.
Target Audience
Anybody and everybody who has to deal with people at work, be they colleagues or clients.
Duration
Half day workshop, often run with the half day Emotional Intelligence workshop
