
Stress in the UK affects one in five of the working population, as stated on the Stress Management Society, from new recruits to board of directors and is costing employers £1.24bn annually.
In 2013/14, a total of 11.3 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety. Stressed individuals are only able to work to 60 per cent of their productivity, with knock-on effects to their friends and colleagues. So what are the possible impacts of stress, and how can it be dealt with?The impact of stress
In many instances, many of us will fail to acknowledge the signs our body gives us if we are stressed. When we are overwhelmed, our wellbeing is threatened and our fight-or-flight response kicks in. Body Cat Williams, from Stay Calm and Content, mentioned common signs can be an increased heart rate or production of sweat, quicker breathing, and often feeling agitated with the inability to concentrate or sleep. “You may also find yourself snapping at other people, being more self-critical or more impatient and argumentative with others.”De-stressing tips
1) Acupuncture points If you’re looking for an instant release of tension, Neil Shah the chief de-stressing officer at The Stress Management Society, advises to gently rub or press the acupuncture points which can be found on either side of the bridge of your nose, around your eyes, soles of feet and fists. This simple and subtle technique makes it easy to do at any time whether you’re reading a report, in a meeting or travelling. Continue reading on page two for more tips…Share this story