Taking a Look at STRESS!

Definition: A physical, chemical, or

emotional factor that causes

bodily or mental tension

and may be a factor in disease.

What is the most important element in keeping your work

stress at manageable, healthful levels?

ATTITUDE

Symptoms of Stress EMOTIONAL*Divorce*Alcoholism* Suicide* Abrupt Behavioral Changes* Overly Suspicious/Hostile* Fearful* Depressed* Anti Social

PHYSICAL* Digestive Disorders* Excessive Illness* Headaches* High Blood Pressure* Sleep Disorder* Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain* Increase/Decrease in Weight

SUICIDE INFORMATION2008 – 141 Police Suicides2009 – 143 Police Suicides2012 – 126 Police Suicides

Avg. Age – 42 Avg. Years on the Job - 16

How Do We Cope With Stress?

ExerciseRecreation

HobbiesHealthy Lifestyle

Communication with OthersRelaxation Techniques

Time Management(determine your priorities, get organized, eliminate

procrastination, learn to say no, keep your weekends to yourself)

Stress Reduction

- Good Attitude- Laugh a Little- Consciously Relax- Positive Self Talk- Seek Solitude- Avoid excessive amounts of caffeine- Identify your weak areas to build

confidence- Exercise- Talk about it- Listen to your conscience

-Threats to health/safety-Boredom (alternating

moods)-Protecting the lives of

othersImpact on Family

-Exposure to people in pain-Control of emotions even

when provoked-Fragmented Nature

~Police Stress~

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RECOGNIZE & DESTRESSOTIZE

At your table or with your shoulder partner, talk about

your ideas for relieving stress, dealing with stressful

situations.

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