Stress Management: Reducing Stress in the Workplace Training Course

How is stress best defined?

Stress is best defined as a consistent state of worry or mental distress caused by a difficult situation. It is a natural part of the human experience that we respond to threats perceived in our environment.

Are there universal symptoms of stress that can be recognized?

Being able to identify signs of stress can be important in effectively managing it. Here are some common signs: psychological signs of stress, emotional signs of stress, physical signs of stress, and behavioral signs of stress.

Work-life balance is the balance between one’s home life and work life. It is the ability to give equal time or priority to both personal and professional activities. When work-life balance is not balanced properly, stress can occur. What challenges may people be faced with when not having a work-life balance?

Some of the challenges people will face with not having a properly balanced work-life include: high expectations and demands from their employer, time constraints from a demanding schedule, constant distractions or interruptions, and challenges at home trying to maintain balance and order.

The body’s central nervous system is responsible for the “flight or fight” response. How is this response impacted by stress?

When you’re experiencing a perceived threat, the body produces stress hormones which can increase heart rate and increase the functioning of other organs. When the perceived threat is gone, the hypothalamus tells the body’s systems to return to their normal state.

Why is it important to identify your stress triggers?

This allows you to stay present and mindful, enabling you to manage and care for your well-being. Ultimately this impacts those around you who you interact with on a daily basis as well. Learning how to identify your stress triggers impacts your mental and physical health and is a huge part of managing your well-being and mental fitness.