Stress management for staff

About the course

Target group
University staff who feel that stress affects them in a negative way and
who wish to gain more knowledge, support and tools in changing their
situation and find a better balance between work, leisure and private life.

Goal
The purpose of the course is to increase your knowledge of stress, understanding of which factors contribute to your own stress and guidance in implementing the changes that are needed to feel better.

Content
The course includes six two-hour group sessions that will cover basic stress theory, recovery, mindfulness, dealing with thoughts and feelings, values, life balance, setting boundaries, summary and how to maintain the progress.

Content is based on stress research, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy) and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). The
course is practical and based on the participants' active participation,
e.g. in the form of home assignments and discussions. The course is
focused on actions here and now.