Manifestation and management of stress in health care workers.
The inescapable nature of stress and its effects both positive and negative are thoroughly examined in this article by Jan Howells-Johnson. Major theories of stress, physiological and psychological effects, as well as coping mechanisms and benefits are all included. Working through the activities gives the reader an opportunity to examine stress in a very personal way, by reflecting on and relating to their own experiences of it. As stress is never going to go away, knowledge gained from this extensive work may prove the pathway to effective self help or a more cheerful acceptance of what cannot be changed.
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