Managing Stress (#285 in Issues In Society Series)
Justin Healey (Ed)Paperback 2009-01-01
Publisher Description
We all experience stress, however it is often difficult to recognise and control. A little stress is actually good for us, motivating us to explore new challenges and react to perceived threats with our innate 'fight or flight' response. Chronic stress, on the other hand, can play a role in many psychological and physiological ailments and cause serious harm. What exactly is stress, what is the difference between 'good' and 'bad' stress, and how does it affect our health and mental wellbeing? What are the best techniques for coping with pressure? This book explores the topic in three chapters: Understanding and Managing Stress; Work-Related Stress; and Study Stress.
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Publisher Description
We all experience stress, however it is often difficult to recognise and control. A little stress is actually good for us, motivating us to explore new challenges and react to perceived threats with our innate 'fight or flight' response. Chronic stress, on the other hand, can play a role in many psychological and physiological ailments and cause serious harm. What exactly is stress, what is the difference between 'good' and 'bad' stress, and how does it affect our health and mental wellbeing? What are the best techniques for coping with pressure? This book explores the topic in three chapters: Understanding and Managing Stress; Work-Related Stress; and Study Stress.