Presentation Topic

JOB STRESS & MANAGEMENT

PARTICIPANTS:
Choudhury Mashfeq A.S.M hasan Shikul Alam Subal Chandra chanda Nilufer Hoque Shamima Akther 0612111357 0612111355 0612111333 0612111336 0612111158 0612111177

Presentation Outline
JOB STRESS TYPES OF STRESS POTENTIAL SOURCE OF STRESS FACTOR INFLUENCING WORK STRESS EFFECTS OF STRESS SYMPTOMS OF STRESS CAUSES OF STRESS PREVENTATION STRESS CONTROL AND REDUCE

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WHAT IS STRESS ?

Stress is the reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed upon them. It arises when they worry that they cant cope.

I HATE YOU

JOB STRESS ?

What is Job Stress? According to Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, stress, in general, is a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation. One type of stress is job stress. With job stress, the stressors involved are work-related.

S=P>R
Stress occurs when the pressure is greater than the resource

TYPES OF STRESS

Which one is mine

Positive stress Negative stress

Positive Stress

Eustress
Eustress is one of the helpful types of stress. What is the definition for eustress? It is the type of stress you experience right before you have the need to exert physical force. Eustress prepares the muscles, heart, and mind for the strength needed for whatever is about to occur.

NEGATIVE STRESS

Distress
Acute Stress Chronic Stress

MODEL OF STRESS

POTENTIAL SOURCE OF STRESS

Environmental Factors Economic uncertainties of the business cycle Political uncertainties of political systems Technological uncertainties of technical innovations Terrorism in threats to physical safety and security

 Organizational Factors
Task demands related to the job Role demands of functioning in an organization Interpersonal demands created by other employees Organizational structure (rules and regulations) Organizational leadership (managerial style) Organizations life stage (growth, stability, or decline)

 Individual Factors
Family and personal relationships Economic problems from exceeding earning capacity Personality problems arising for basic disposition

Individual Differences
Perceptual variations of how reality will affect the individuals future. Greater job experience moderates stress effects. Social support buffers job stress. Internal locus of control lowers perceived job stress. Strong feelings of self-efficacy reduce reactions to job stress.

FACTORS INFLUENCING WORK STRESS

The drive for success Changing work patterns Working conditions Overwork Under-work Uncertainty Conflict Responsibility Relationships at work Change at work

THE DRIVE FOR SUCCESS Western society is driven by work, personal adequacy equates with professional success, we crave status and abhor failure.

I have a job

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

Many people feel lucky to have a job.

Unemployment, redundancy, shorter working weeks, new technology affect emotional and physical security.

WORKING CONDITIONS Physical and mental health is adversely affected by unpleasant working conditions, such as high noise levels, lighting, Help temperature and unsocial or excessive hours.

I cant work any more

OVERWORK

Stress may occur through an inability to cope with the technical or intellectual demands of a particular task.

I have no work

UNDERWORK

This may arise from boredom because there is not enough to do, or because a job is dull and repetitive.

UNCERTAINTY

About the individuals work role - objectives, responsibilities, and expectations, and a lack of communication and feedback can result in confusion, helplessness, and stress.

CONFLICT Stress can arise from work the individual does not want to do or that conflicts with their personal, social and family values.

Hurray I m free to go
So much pressure

RESPONSIBILITY

The greater the level of responsibility the greater the potential level of stress.

RELATIONSHIPS AT WORK
Nice to meet you

Good relationships with colleagues are crucial. Open discussion is essential to encourage positive relationships.

CHANGES AT WORK Changes that alter psychological, physiological and behavioural routines such as promotion, retirement and redundancy are particularly stressful.

How Does Stress Affect Your Performance at Work?

Difficult to concentrate
Unable to finish tasks on time Affect relationship with colleagues

SHORT TERM EFFECTS OF STRESS

Palpitation Chest pain frozen shoulder Breathlessness Dry mouth with difficulty in speaking and swallowing Loose stools Increased blood glucose levels. Headache, back ache and neck pain Depletion of energy stores Difficulty in concentrating Memory disturbances Sleeplessness

LONG TERM EFFECTS OF STRESS

Chronic head ache Mood swings Anxiety disorder Memory disturbances Heart attack due increased blood pressure, sugar and cholesterol Stroke due to similar reasons Weight loss Decreased sexual drive Sleeplessness

I have physical

SYMPTOMS OF STRESS

stress

Physical symptoms Mental symptoms Behavioural symptoms Emotional symptoms

CAUSES OF JOB STRESS

Job Insecurity High Demand for Performance Technology Workplace Culture Personal or Family Problems

What Worker Characteristics Can Cause Job Stress? A need to be in control A lack or perceived lack of competence A desire to please people A need to be perfect (perfectionism)

PREVENTION OF STRESS
Keep things in perspective Start a hobby Form positive work relationships Focus on the positive Control your work pace Incorporate fun into your workday

Managing Job stress

Stress Managing
STRESS CONTROL & REDUCE TECHNIQUE

ABC STRATEGY

A = AWARENESS

ABC STRATEGY

B = BALANCE

How much can you cope with before it becomes negative ?

ABC STRATEGY

C = CONTROL What can you do to help yourself combat the negative effects of stress ?

Organizational Changes Can Help Reduce Job Stress Helpful organizational changes may include:
workload Job Designing workers' roles and responsibilities; workers participation Improving communications; social interaction among workers;

Stress Management Techniques

I can control my stress

Change your thinking

Change your behaviour

Change your lifestyle

Change your Thinking

Re-framing

Positive thinking

Change your Behaviour

Be assertive Get organised Diversion and distraction

Really its work

Get Organised

Organisation will help avoid personal and professional chaos.

Time Management

Make a list What MUST be done What SHOULD be done What would you LIKE to do Cut out time wasting Learn to drop unimportant activities Say no or delegate

 Plan your day Set achievable goals Dont waste time making excuses for not doing something

Diversion and Distraction

Take time out Get away from things that bother you Reduce stress level Calm down Think logically

Change Your Lifestyle

Diet Smoking & Alcohol Exercise Sleep Leisure Relaxation

 Source of Reference: Stephen Robbins, Organizational Behavior, Prentice Hall International Internet

Thank You
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