External exasperations Some examples of external stressors include: Major life changes. These changes can be positive, such as a new marriage, a planned pregnancy, a promotion or a new house. Or they can be negative, such as the death of a loved one or a divorce.

access to employee assistance programs. training about resilience. health and wellbeing programs. counselling/therapy for people experiencing distress from sources both in and outside of the workplace.

Taking steps to manage stress

• Track your stressors. Keep a journal for a week or two to identify which situations create the most stress and how you respond to them.
• Develop healthy responses.
• Establish boundaries.
• Take time to recharge.
• Learn how to relax.
• Talk to your supervisor.
• Get some support.

They include:

• Organisation culture.
• Bad management practices.
• Job content and demands.
• Physical work environment.
• Relationships at work.
• Change management.
• Lack of support.
• Role conflict.

Sources of Family Stress

• Marital Dissatisfaction. Marital dissatisfaction can be a source of stress for parents, affecting daily interactions and relationships.
• Home Chaos. Perceptions of a disorganized, chaotic home environment can also add stress for parents.
• Depressive Symptoms.
• Job Role Dissatisfaction.

Causes of stress at work There are six main areas that can lead to work-related stress if they are not managed properly. These are: demands, control, support, relationships, role and change.

Examples of life stresses are:

• The death of a loved one.
• Divorce.
• Loss of a job.
• Increase in financial obligations.
• Getting married.
• Moving to a new home.
• Chronic illness or injury.
• Emotional problems (depression, anxiety, anger, grief, guilt, low self-esteem)

The top four sources for stress are:

• Money.
• Work.
• Family responsibilities.
• Health Concerns.

BEHAVIOURAL SIGNS

1. No time for relaxation or pleasurable activities.
2. Prone to accidents, forgetfulness.
3. Increased reliance on alcohol, smoking, caffeine, recreational or illegal drugs.
4. Becoming a workaholic.
5. Poor time management and/or poor standards of work.
6. Absenteeism.
7. Self neglect/change in appearance.
8. Social withdrawal.

When your stress level exceeds your ability to cope, you need to restore the balance by reducing the stressors or increasing your ability to cope or both. Try using one of the four A’s: avoid, alter, accept or adapt.

Common types of stress There are three main types of stress. These are acute, episodic acute, and chronic stress.

Stress management can be complicated and confusing because there are different types of stress — acute stress, episodic acute stress, and chronic stress — each with its own characteristics, symptoms, duration and treatment approaches.

There are four major types of stress: time stress, anticipatory stress, situational stress, and encounter stress. Each of these has its own nuances, drawbacks, and even benefits.

“Good stress,” or what psychologists refer to as “eustress,” is the type of stress we feel when we are excited. Our pulse quickens and our hormones surge, but there is no threat or fear. We feel this type of stress when we ride a roller coaster, compete for a promotion, or go on a first date.

There are several types of stress, including: acute stress. episodic acute stress. chronic stress….Chronic stress

• anxiety.
• cardiovascular disease.
• depression.
• high blood pressure.
• a weakened immune system.

Eustress: The Good Stress.

Feelings of stress are normally triggered by things happening in your life which involve: being under lots of pressure. facing big changes. worrying about something….Employment and study

• losing your job.
• long-term unemployment.
• retiring.
• exams and deadlines.
• difficult issues at work.
• starting a new job.

Examples of positive personal stressors include:

• Receiving a promotion or raise at work.
• Starting a new job.
• Marriage.
• Buying a home.
• Having a child.

Examples of positive personal stressors include:

• Receiving a promotion or raise at work.
• Starting a new job.
• Marriage.
• Buying a home.
• Having a child.
• Moving.
• Taking a vacation.
• Holiday seasons.

The excitement of a roller-coaster ride, a scary movie, or a fun challenge are all examples of eustress. The anticipation of a first date, the first day at a new job, or other exciting firsts also fall under the umbrella of eustress. Eustress is a type of stress that is actually important for us to have in our lives.