Links
The following related sites may be of interest:
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International Stress Management Association UK
ISMAUK is a registered charity with a multi-disciplinary professional membership that includes the UK and the Republic of Ireland. It exists to promote sound knowledge and best practice in the prevention and reduction of human stress. It sets professional standards for the benefit of individuals and organisations using the services of its members.
ISMAUK fulfils its purpose by dissemination and exchange of knowledge and by setting standards and encouraging excellence in professional practice.
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UK Health and Safety Executive
The HSE's mission is to prevent death, injury and ill health in Great Britain’s workplaces through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
The HSE's job is to protect people against risks to health or safety arising out of work activities.
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UK Health and Safety Executive - work-related stress
Pressure is part and parcel of all work and helps to keep us motivated. But excessive pressure can lead to stress, which undermines performance, is costly to employers and can make people ill.
The material and resources on this site will help you to understand the causes of stress at work, and to identify and solve problems in your workplace.
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BBC/Health article on Stress, by James Tighe
Stress in itself isn't necessarily harmful. Everyone needs goals and challenges. But too much can be damaging. We explain how to spot when stress is becoming unmanageable and suggest ways to deal with it.
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NHS Website - Workplace Health
Britons spend most of their waking hours at work and many millions suffer unnecessary stress and back problems. Don't let it happen to you.