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Case: Emotional Stress

Mr. Cheung, 45, has been working at a trading firm for 10 years with average performance. While the recent financial turmoil sweeps around the globe, there is rumour that a series of lay off action will be carried out. Mr. Cheung has been working in great fear that he will be on the list. He makes frequent mistakes more than usual because of poor concentration. After office hour, he was fear of being considered as 'lazy', he prefers not to leave on time. He cannot sleep well at night. All miserable experiences come up to his mind - the time when he was sacked, how desperate he would be, how his family was living in plight. Due to the immense stress, he is always unfocused. His family is so worried about him.

Source: Quality HealthCare Medical Services

• Case: Emotional Stress
• Differentiate pathological emotional response
• Identify the Source of Stress
• Self care techniques for stress
• How to enhance our stress tolerant ability?
• Don't worry, Be happy
• Seek for help if needed

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