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Staff Wellbeing Week Queens University Belfast 27-31 January 2014. Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing. Colette Rogers Health Improvement Manager Public Health Agency. Recognise Stress. Signs of l ong-term stress Unable to get restful sleep – tired throughout the day - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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STAFF WELLBEING WEEK QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST
27-31 JANUARY 2014
Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
Colette RogersHealth Improvement Manager
Public Health Agency
Recognise Stress
Signs of long-term stress
Unable to get restful sleep – tired throughout the dayEating more ‘comfort foods’ which are full of fat and sugarHaving less energy to take exerciseNot feeling motivated to see people or get things doneMemory and concentration get worseOur immune systems weaken – increases the risk of coughs and
coldsTension - Back pain, headaches and stomach and bowel
problems are more common
Common Ways of Avoiding Stress
Block out problems by
Drinking too much alcoholIgnoring billsSpending too much moneyAvoiding people/ disconnecting from friends
Unhealthy ways to deal with stress
How are you feeling today?
VERY STRESSED NO STRESS
Tense, irritable, can’t cope, can’t be bothered, tearful,
can’t sleep, no time, no energy, smoking or drinking more
Relaxed, Coping Well,
In control, Calm, Enjoying Life,
Happy
Steps to Deal With Stress
Look after yourself physically and emotionally
www.choosetolivebetter.com
Steps to Deal With Stress
Coping Better
www.mindingyourhead.info
Steps to Deal With Stress
Take Action – Practical Things
Relaxation and mindfulnessEat Well, Sleep Well, Be ActiveProblem solvingSeek support & adviceRelax and have fun
www.publichealth.hscni.net