Self Help - Stress

Navigate Home The Team Primary Care Assessments Medico Legal Educational Self Help About Us Contact Self Help - Post Traumatic Stress       In recent years, much has been learned about the psychological responses to traumatic stress how people are affected by the experience of events which seriously threaten their safety or the safety of their family or friends. It is not only the survivors of such traumatic events who are affected, but also people who are bereaved, as well as helpers, rescuers and others who have worked with the survivors or the bereaved. We have a comprehensive article on the subject available for download.       Download the Information in PDF Format       Books & Publications       Overcoming Traumatic Stress Terrible events are very hard to deal with. Those who go through a catastrophic life experience often feel permanently changed by the impact of what has happened. Memories of horrifying scenes may intrude unexpectedly during waking hours while sleep may be disturbed by vivid, unpleasant dreams. To overcome the effects of trauma it is necessary to change those reactions and begin to see events in a different light. This book demonstrates, with practical advice and tested exercises, how to find new, effective ways of coping with, and finally overcoming traumatic stress. Author: Claudia Herbert & Ann Wetmore Publisher: Constable & Robinson ISBN: 1 84119 016 0     59 Minutes to a Calmer Life In an age of rapid and constant change, new technology, increased pressure and demands at home and at work, many people are struggling to lead a calmer life. This book teaches you how to deal with stress, spot the warning signs, and achieve a greater balance and peace of mind. Author: Paul McGee Publisher: Go Mad Books ISBN: 0953728439     Conquer Your Stress The authors of this text assert that conquering work stress is actually no different from acquiring any other management skill it just needs understanding and practice. The book examines using simple questionnaires to assess stress levels and stress-inducing beliefs and ideas differentiating between negative signs of stress and positive ones of pressure changing your behaviour and habits. It also includes tips on time management, exercise, nutrition and relaxation methods. Author: Cary Cooper & Stephen Palmer Publisher: Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development ISBN: 085292853X     Don't Sweat the Small Stuff at Work In this handbook entitled Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff at Work: Simple ways to minimise stress and conflict while bringing out the best in yourself and others, Richard Carlson tells us how to interact more peaceably and joyfully with colleagues, clients and bosses. He provides tips on planning what to say in a meeting or presentation, taking a deep breath before reacting to a co-worker's criticism, and asking for a raise. Author: Richard Carlson Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton ISBN: 0340748737       Web Sites       HSE - Work Related Stress Pressure is part and parcel of all work and helps to keep us motivated. But excessive pressure can lead to stress, which undermines performance, is costly to employers and can make people ill. The material and resources on this site will help you to understand the causes of stress at work, and to identify and solve problems in your workplace.     American Institute of Stress The American Institute of Stress is a non profit organization established in 1978 to serve as a clearinghouse for information on all stress related subjects. AIS maintains a constantly updated library of information and reprints on all stress-related topics culled from scientific and lay publications from which Informational Packets can be ordered. There is a monthly newsletter featuring reports on the latest advances in stress research and relevant health issues.     Mind Tools The Stress Management section of Mind Tools helps you survive under the intense stress that can come with a challenging career. The first articles help you to understand stress and what causes it. The site then looks at a range of stress management techniques. Unlike some other approaches to stress management, the Mind Tools approach is, where possible, to tackle stress at source. This means that not only does the site show you how to deal with the symptoms of stress, it also shows you how to deal with the underlying causes as well. By the end you should have a clearer understanding of stress and the importance of managing it.