Stress Management for Nurses

An explanation of the effects of stress, and an examination of the ways in which stress can affect health and behaviour, cause addictions, and negatively impact on the nurse's professional and personal life. Methods for the management of stress are provided.

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This presentation explains the effects of stress, such as sleep disorders, work errors and depression. It examines the ways unrelieved stress can affect health and behaviour, cause addictions, and negatively impact on the nurse's professional and personal life. Methods for the management of stress are provided, and a review of the General Adaptation Sydrome of Hans Selye is included.