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Staff Wellbeing Week Queens University Belfast 27-31 January 2014

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

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Staff Wellbeing Week Queens University Belfast 27-31 January 2014

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  1. Staff Wellbeing Week Queens University Belfast 27-31 January 2014 Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Colette Rogers Health Improvement Manager Public Health Agency

  2. Recognise Stress Signs of long-term stress Unable to get restful sleep – tired throughout the day Eating more ‘comfort foods’ which are full of fat and sugar Having less energy to take exercise Not feeling motivated to see people or get things done Memory and concentration get worse Our immune systems weaken – increases the risk of coughs and colds Tension - Back pain, headaches and stomach and bowel problems are more common

  3. Common Ways of Avoiding Stress Block out problems by Drinking too much alcohol Ignoring bills Spending too much money Avoiding people/ disconnecting from friends Unhealthy ways to deal with stress

  4. How are you feeling today? Relaxed, Coping Well, In control, Calm, Enjoying Life, Happy Tense, irritable, can’t cope, can’t be bothered, tearful, can’t sleep, no time, no energy, smoking or drinking more VERY STRESSEDNO STRESS

  5. Steps to Deal With Stress Look after yourself physically and emotionally www.choosetolivebetter.com

  6. Steps to Deal With Stress Coping Better www.mindingyourhead.info

  7. Steps to Deal With Stress Take Action – Practical Things Relaxation and mindfulness Eat Well, Sleep Well, Be Active Problem solving Seek support & advice Relax and have fun www.publichealth.hscni.net

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