PRESENTED BY: Ritika Jindal Reg no.

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Main contents
Stress and its types.
Eight illusions about stress. The reason behind stress. Symptoms of stress. What can you do to help yourself? Conclusion.

STRESS
Stress is physical or emotional reaction/response to any kind of change external or internal.

Stress is a form of pain that comes to tell the person that there is something he need to change.

Pain is a messenger that comes to tell that there is something which is required to learn.

KINDS OF STRESS

NEGATIVE STRESS
It is a contributory factor in minor conditions, such as headaches, digestive problems and skin complaints. Excessive, prolonged and unrelieved stress can have a harmful effect on mental, physical and spiritual health.

POSITIVE STRESS
Stress can also have a positive effect, spurring motivation and awareness, providing the stimulation to cope with challenging situations. Stress also provides the sense of urgency and alertness needed for survival when confronting threatening situations.

The Eight Illusions About Stress

1. You have to be a doctor to diagnose and treat stress.
2. Stress is a normal part of everyday life. 3. Some stress is necessary in order to reach peak

performance.
4. Stress is purely a physical phenomena and rest and

relaxation will make it go away.

Cont.
5. A change of diet, a little jogging and a good holiday will make your stress away.
6. Other people, situations and events are responsible for your stress. 7. You have to be working 14 hours a day and constantly meeting deadlines to experience stress. 8. You never experience stress.

WHAT LEADS TO STRESS?

SOCIAL INTERACTION
Rudeness
Bossiness Aggressiveness by others

ORGANISATIONAL
Rules
Regulations Red - Tape Deadlines

FACTORS INFLUENCING WORK STRESS

The drive for success Changing work patterns Uncertainty Conflict

Working conditions
Overwork Under-work

Responsibility
Relationships at work

Various reasons of Organisational stress

Reductions / layoffs Employee benefit cuts Pay below going rate Employee benefits poor

Mandatory overtime

Workplace conditions
Consistent poor

required Workloads vary

performance

SYMPTOMS OF STRESS
Physical symptoms Mental symptoms Behavioural symptoms Emotional symptoms

PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS
Sleep pattern changes
Fatigue Digestion changes

Fainting
Sweating & trembling Breathlessness

Headaches
Aches and pains Indigestion

MENTAL SYMPTOMS
Lack of concentration
Memory lapses Difficulty in making decisions Confusion

BEHAVIOURAL SYMPTOMS
Appetite changes - too much or too little Eating disorders Increased intake of alcohol & other drugs Increased smoking Restlessness Nail biting

EMOTIONAL SYMPTOMS
Depression
Impatience Fits Tearfulness Deterioration of personal hygiene and appearance

HOW TO IMPROVE STRESS CONTROL

Give your partner and children a hug everyday before going to work.
Studies show this simple act can help you remain calm when chaos ensues during your day.

SOME MORE HELPFUL TECHNIQUES..

Combating negative thoughts and replacing them with positive ones. BE POSITIVE!!!!!!!!! Be your own monitor KEEP RECORDS OF STRESSFUL SITUATIONS!!!!

MANAGER ROLE TO REDUCE STRESS

Improve communication.
Consult your employees. Offer rewards and incentives. Cultivate a friendly social climate.

STRESS CONTROL
ABC STRATEGY used in Wipro
A = AWARENESS

What causes you stress? How do you react?

ABC STRATEGY
B = BALANCE There is a fine line between positive / negative stress. How much can you cope with before it becomes negative ?

ABC STRATEGY

C = CONTROL What can you do to help yourself combat the negative effects of stress ?

Time Management
Make a list What MUST be done What SHOULD be done What would you LIKE to do Cut out time wasting

Learn to drop unimportant activities

TEN TIPS TO MANAGE STRESS

Determine the source of stress. Try breathing easy and visualize calm. Exercise and consume healthy food. Devise an affirmation. Just say no if you are pushed to the limit. Understand your Emotions. Physical relaxation techniques. Boost your vitamin intake. Talk to a friend. Cultivate a hobby.