An introduction to what is stress and it's causes.

Stress is the result of extreme pressure. Most of us have to deal with pressure and cope by balancing resources against demands. Stress, however, is an unpleasant phenomenon that occurs when people cannot cope. Fortunately by learning to change and adapt, by setting realistic goals and receiving support, the vast majority of people can overcome stress.

Some of the issues tackled in this DVD illustrate ways to recognise stress in yourself and others and provides a range of ideas on how to tackle the problem.

VIDEO CASE STUDIES
Provide a cross section of problems to enable the material to be tailored to individual needs.

Case Study 1 – 9mins 40secs

Peter Rogers, 38, a successful accountant recently promoted. Promotion meant added responsibility and a location move. Everything seemed perfect. Peter had the job he wanted, good health and no financial worries. Not a candidate for stress you might think …..

Case Study 2 – 6mins 50secs

Pauline Marshall married with two children. For the last 6 years she has worked as a canteen assistant. A hard worker and popular with the staff and management. Following expansion at work she was appointed as a supervisor, a post she was quite competent to handle …. or was she?

Case Study 3 – 6mins 55secs

Sandra Taylor , 26, recently separated. She has worked for a successful PR company since leaving school and has a reputation for being an efficient, level headed person. Over the years this led to promotion until finally she was appointed Head of Personnel. A success story?

Case Study 4 – 5mins 55secs

Robert Fraser worked for the same company for 30 years. He looked forward to retirement to do all those things he and his wife had promised themselves but never had time to do. When Robert retired his colleagues told him how lucky he was. That was 18 months ago….

SUPPORT MATERIAL

A set of copyright free A4 sheets on CD containing information, exercises and an Action Plan. Sheets include: Stress and Your Body, What is Stress?, Personality Test, Beliefs & Attitudes Test, Life Events Test, How To Handle Stress, Relaxation, Stress at Work, Personal Action Plan, Case Studies Review