Stress causes physical changes in the body designed to help you take on threats or difficulties.
Employees feel stress when they can’t cope with pressures and other issues. Employers should match demands on employees’ skills and knowledge. For example, employees can get stressed if they feel they don’t have the skills or time to meet tight deadlines. Providing planning, training, and support can reduce pressure and bring stress levels down.
Some steps to manage stress
- Share your problems with family or friends
- Make more time for your interests and hobbies
- Take a break or holiday
- Take some regular exercise and make sure you’re eating healthily
- Make sure you’re getting enough sleep (see tips on better sleep