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COACH'S TIPS
Fall Quarter - 2008 Part II
Tips from Coach Carol
Part Two on "Mastering Stress"
Stress-Related Illness
Stress is a leading health problem among Americans aged 20 - 65. Stress affects body metabolism in much the same way as physical exertion - causing rapid heartbeat, rising blood pressure, and shortness of breath. Under chronic stress, these reactions can cause high blood pressure, ulcers, elevated cholesterol levels, and heart disease.
Job Stress
Job stress is an increasingly serious problem for both employers and employees, and it accounts for a rising number of worker's compensation claims.
Although technological and environmental factors, such as computer terminals, noise levels, and flourescent lighting contribute to job stress, the primary culprits appear to be psychological factors, such as: lack of appreciation, job instability, social isolation, and vague job descriptions.
High job demands, low control over the work, and lack of decision-making power are a loing combination that creates job stress.
Tips from Coach Carol
Part Two on "Mastering Stress"
Stress-Related Illness
Stress is a leading health problem among Americans aged 20 - 65. Stress affects body metabolism in much the same way as physical exertion - causing rapid heartbeat, rising blood pressure, and shortness of breath. Under chronic stress, these reactions can cause high blood pressure, ulcers, elevated cholesterol levels, and heart disease.
Job Stress
Job stress is an increasingly serious problem for both employers and employees, and it accounts for a rising number of worker's compensation claims.
Although technological and environmental factors, such as computer terminals, noise levels, and flourescent lighting contribute to job stress, the primary culprits appear to be psychological factors, such as: lack of appreciation, job instability, social isolation, and vague job descriptions.
High job demands, low control over the work, and lack of decision-making power are a loing combination that creates job stress.
Most Stressful Jobs
Surprisingly, the most stressful jobs are not in the executive suite, but in lower-level jobs where workers have little control over their work. Lack of job control carries about the same risk of heart disease as high cholesterol or smoking; workers in the lowest tenth of job control measures are more likely to develop heart disease than those in the top 10%.
Companies can ease job stress by redesigning jobs, giving incentive rewards, identifying promotion opportunities clearly, and offering wellness programs.
Workers can reduce stress by getting support from co-workers, practicing effective time management, participating in social organizations, and reserving their evenings and weekends for relaxation - not for working.
Surprisingly, the most stressful jobs are not in the executive suite, but in lower-level jobs where workers have little control over their work. Lack of job control carries about the same risk of heart disease as high cholesterol or smoking; workers in the lowest tenth of job control measures are more likely to develop heart disease than those in the top 10%.
Companies can ease job stress by redesigning jobs, giving incentive rewards, identifying promotion opportunities clearly, and offering wellness programs.
Workers can reduce stress by getting support from co-workers, practicing effective time management, participating in social organizations, and reserving their evenings and weekends for relaxation - not for working.
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