{"id":79643,"date":"2023-09-20T08:11:51","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T13:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stress.org\/?p=79643"},"modified":"2024-04-06T04:06:45","modified_gmt":"2024-04-06T04:06:45","slug":"stress-management-in-the-workplace-part-three","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.stress.org\/news\/stress-management-in-the-workplace-part-three\/","title":{"rendered":"Stress Management in the Workplace: Part Three"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Work-related stress is a growing concern for businesses in every industry. Without stress management in the workplace, employees are more likely to experience burnout and reduced job satisfaction.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>To ensure your organization deals effectively with stress in the workplace, it\u2019s important to understand the factors that contribute to stress and the benefits of effective stress management strategies.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Why is Workplace Stress so Common?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The <\/span>American Institute of Stress<\/strong><\/span><\/a> found 75% of employees believe they have more on-the-job stress than a generation ago. In fact, 1 in 4 employees view their job as the number one stressor in their lives. Unfortunately, a culture that equates stress with success has become the norm in modern workplaces.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>This should not be the case. <\/span>Job-related stress<\/span><\/a> poses a threat to the health of workers. In addition to posing a risk to employee well-being, the effects also put the health and profitability of your organization at risk.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Identifying the triggers and effects of work-related stress is your first step to stress management in the workplace. Understanding the benefits of stress management in the workplace also helps you get started with the right policies and procedures.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Health Concerns of Workplace Stress<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The current culture of viewing workplace stress as normal is harmful to <\/span>employees\u2019 mental<\/span><\/a> health<\/span><\/a>, but its effects don\u2019t stop there.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Chronically stressed employees suffer from a wide range of harmful effects, including:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n