Stress & Work
Did you know that between 75 – 90% of all doctor’s office visits are caused by stress? In fact, 65% of people cite work as a top stressor and an estimated one billion employees miss work every day in the US due to stress. Research shows that work-related stress and burnout can result in a variety of physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms.
Managing Stress at Work
Stress management is as integral to your health as exercising or maintaining a balanced diet. Therefore, it’s important to develop effective stress management techniques that work for you. These could include:
- Sticking to a regular sleeping schedule
- Setting clear work-life boundaries
- Seeking the help of a professional
- Breathing exercises
- Practicing meditation
How Does Stress Affect Our Health?
If you would like to learn more about the science of stress, then you should read the infographic guide below from Study Medicine Europe. This handy guide covers a lot of ground. Including:
- Interesting facts and figures about stress
- A summary of the stress response
- A list of the different ways in which stress can affect the body
- An overview of the dangers of chronic stress
- Some suggestions on stress management techniques
The Negative Impact of Stress
Please note that there is no guarantee a particular stress relief tool will work for you. Thus you must take complete responsibility for using them and for your own physical and emotional wellbeing. Further, Professor Pete Alexander is not a licensed health professional. Please consult qualified health practitioners regarding your use of any stress relief technique. Medical advice must only be obtained from a physician or qualified health practitioner.
