Today, 20% of people say that they regularly feel anxious and a further 20% take time off work due to stress. This book explores the impacts of stress and anxiety, alongside symptoms and coping strategies. It also considers the stigma surrounding stress in the workplace and examines the implications and causes of post-traumatic stress disorder.
The information inside comes from a variety of sources, including newspapers, magazines, government reports and charity groups; providing different perspectives on challenging topics. At the end of the book is a selection of activities that will encourage interaction, literacy, critical thinking and independent research