The effect of progressive muscle relaxation on stress among clerical workers.
Stressors such as the lack of challenge and opportunities for advancement, and the inability to influence the organization help explain why clerical work is considered a demanding and stressful occupation. One stress management technique which may be effectively implemented on the job for clerical workers is progressive muscle relaxation. In primary prevention, nursing intervention strives to reduce the effects of harmful stress by identifying and assessing stressors and then implementing measures to strengthen lines of defense.
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D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009785:Occupational Health Nursing; D009817:Office Management; D012064:Relaxation Therapy; D013315:Stress, Psychological / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*