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Employee Wellness Program
Stress Management
"Stress is a normal psychological and physical reaction to the ever increasing demands of life." -Mayo ClinicClick here for an informational stress powerpoint
If the stress is your life is more than you can cope with, you can get free help right away.
School District of Manatee County Employee Assistance Program
Corporate Care Works (CCW)
- 24-hour Careline 1-800-327-9757
- Free Short Term Therapy- ALL EMPLOYEES who work at least 3 hours/week can receive 8 therapy sessions at no cost.
- Confidential Assistance
- Counsel from Licensed Professionals
- Click here for a detailed look at what School District Employees have available through CCW's EAP.
- Listed below are some but not all of the common personal problems that CCW can help you with:
Marital/Family Concerns
Financial Problems
Alcohol/Drug Use
Managing Stress
Coping with Grief or Loss
Parent/Child Conflict
Depression
Workplace Problems
Common ways stress can manifest in your life:
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PHYSICAL |
EMOTIONAL |
BEHAVORIAL |
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Change in appetite |
Anger |
Being late to work |
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Breathlessness |
Depression |
Arguing |
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Fatigue |
Apathy |
Isolation |
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Pounding heart |
Lack of direction |
Neglecting Appearance |
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Nightmares |
Feeling trapped |
Avoiding Tasks |
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Muscle Aches |
Racing thoughts |
Over eating |
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Sleeping problems |
Worrying frequently |
Poor job performance |
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Stomach aches |
Feeling rejected |
Procrastination |
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Constipation or diarrhea |
Feeling helplessness |
Loss of Appetite |
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Chest Pains |
Irritability |
Increased drugs |
Click here for Tips with Coping with Stress and Change Management
Additional Resources
American Psychological Association
Posts news and press releases regarding stress and its health impact.
Examines how to cope with life challenges including symptoms and tips for stress management.
Explores sources and effects as well as how to manage and treat stress along with related disorders.
Regular Exercise
Check out the Fitness Center opportunities in the Bradenton area. There are various fitness centers that offer School Board Employee discounts.
Check out your Exercise Academy Class offerings....not sure which one is right for you? Contact Diana Sitar at 708-8770 ext. 2244 or sitard@manateeschools.net.
Sleep
Try going to bed 30 minutes earlier for a week and see that increases your energy. Low energy levels can be a cause and effect of stress.
Rest, Relaxation, and Sleep Techniques
Talk to a Professional
· Corporate Care Works 24-hour Careline 1-800-327-9757
· National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
· Go to the nearest hospital or quick care
· Call your physician, health provider, or clergy
· National Alliance on Mential Illness www.nami.org
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