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Stress management in aviation, an understanding of what stress is and how it relates to a safer flight experience.

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STRESS MANAGEMENT IN AVIATION Strategies for a Healthier Flight Experience Wednesday, May 10th 2023
Definition of stress on human beings. Discuss on the Various Sources and Forms of Stress. Explain Anxiety and its Relationship to Stress. Enumerate the effects of stress. Discuss Stress Management LESSON OBJECTIVES
IF THE REWARD FOR HARD WORK SUGGESTS MORE WORK, WHAT THEN IS THE REWARD FOR MORE WORK? CAN WORK KILL? BETTER STILL, CAN STRESS KILL? IT IS NOT THE LOAD THAT BREAKS YOU DOWN, BUT THE WAY YOU CARRY IT. lou Holtz (authour).
a. The bodys non-specific response to demand placed up on it, whether these demands are pleasant or unpleasant. b. An unresolved pressure, strain or force acting upon the individuals mental or physical system which, if continued, will cause damage to those system Stress on a Human Being can be defined as
Eustress This is characterized by a positive response, providing increased energy and the ability to handle the stressor effectively. It can be seen as a beneficial type of stress that stimulates and helps the body adapt. Distress This refers to a negative response when events feel overwhelming and the individual struggles to cope. Distress is considered detrimental and can have adverse effects on well-being. Selye Hans (1907-1982) a. Acute stress is something sudden and unexpected such as an engine fire. b. Chronic stress is something that continues for a long period of time such as financial difficulties or inter-personal relationship problems Stress can also be acute or chronic;
Anxiety creates worry and in turn any form of worry may lead to stress. Anxiety can be produced when an individual knows that they have no control over events or lack the knowledge to handle them. It is particularly prevalent in people who, for one reason or another, are lacking in self-confidence. Individuals respond in different ways to high stress loads. Apart from the effects on behavior, such as aggression, irritability, dogmatism and frustration, various psychological mechanisms any come into play in an attempt to cope with the situation. ANXIETY AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO STRESS
APPROXIMATION QUEUING REGRESSION CONING OF ATTENTION FILTERING ERROR ESCAPE OMMISION EFFECTS OF STRESS
Is he stressed, fatigued or anxious? Quick Question
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF STRESS Irritability Muscle tension Depression Headaches Difficulty sleeping Weight gain Uninterested in life Anxiety
Stress Management a. Recognize the factors that are combining to cause the stress. Assess ones own situation to see which of these factors is present. b. Deal with those factors that can be removed. Some can be handled just by recognizing them by what they are and mentally putting them aside; c. If stress is being produced by overload, pause to recognize a list of priorities. Do not allow low priority problems to influence when not intending to deal with them. In flight, follow standard operating procedures and use check list. d. When appropriate delegate duties and learn to off load. e. Involved other people. Communicating and avoiding isolation is an effective way of lowering the level of stressors.
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Stress management in aviation (IHFS-IATA)..pdf

  • 1. STRESS MANAGEMENT IN AVIATION Strategies for a Healthier Flight Experience Wednesday, May 10th 2023
  • 2. Definition of stress on human beings. Discuss on the Various Sources and Forms of Stress. Explain Anxiety and its Relationship to Stress. Enumerate the effects of stress. Discuss Stress Management LESSON OBJECTIVES
  • 3. IF THE REWARD FOR HARD WORK SUGGESTS MORE WORK, WHAT THEN IS THE REWARD FOR MORE WORK? CAN WORK KILL? BETTER STILL, CAN STRESS KILL? IT IS NOT THE LOAD THAT BREAKS YOU DOWN, BUT THE WAY YOU CARRY IT. lou Holtz (authour).
  • 4. a. The bodys non-specific response to demand placed up on it, whether these demands are pleasant or unpleasant. b. An unresolved pressure, strain or force acting upon the individuals mental or physical system which, if continued, will cause damage to those system Stress on a Human Being can be defined as
  • 5. Eustress This is characterized by a positive response, providing increased energy and the ability to handle the stressor effectively. It can be seen as a beneficial type of stress that stimulates and helps the body adapt. Distress This refers to a negative response when events feel overwhelming and the individual struggles to cope. Distress is considered detrimental and can have adverse effects on well-being. Selye Hans (1907-1982) a. Acute stress is something sudden and unexpected such as an engine fire. b. Chronic stress is something that continues for a long period of time such as financial difficulties or inter-personal relationship problems Stress can also be acute or chronic;
  • 6. Anxiety creates worry and in turn any form of worry may lead to stress. Anxiety can be produced when an individual knows that they have no control over events or lack the knowledge to handle them. It is particularly prevalent in people who, for one reason or another, are lacking in self-confidence. Individuals respond in different ways to high stress loads. Apart from the effects on behavior, such as aggression, irritability, dogmatism and frustration, various psychological mechanisms any come into play in an attempt to cope with the situation. ANXIETY AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO STRESS
  • 8. Is he stressed, fatigued or anxious? Quick Question
  • 10. Stress Management a. Recognize the factors that are combining to cause the stress. Assess ones own situation to see which of these factors is present. b. Deal with those factors that can be removed. Some can be handled just by recognizing them by what they are and mentally putting them aside; c. If stress is being produced by overload, pause to recognize a list of priorities. Do not allow low priority problems to influence when not intending to deal with them. In flight, follow standard operating procedures and use check list. d. When appropriate delegate duties and learn to off load. e. Involved other people. Communicating and avoiding isolation is an effective way of lowering the level of stressors.