1. Managing Stress

2. The purpose of this presentation is to introduce individuals in the workplace to the knowledge necessary to recognize and manage stress.

3. Key Definition Job Stress
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) defines job stress as the harmful physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of the job do not match the capabilities, resources or needs of the worker.

4. Types of Work-Related Stress
Change in the Workplace Environment
Unclear Job Responsibilities
Heavy Workload
Role Conflicts
Slow Career Progress
Limiting Management Styles
Poor Working Conditions
Family Problems

5. Stress First Aid Relaxation Breathing Muscle Relaxation Imagination
Shoulder Shrugs and Squeezes
Exercise
Time Management