Training programmes for stress management in small businesses
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to present: the problem of stress employees might encounter; the individual inclination to stress; the individual methods for reducing stress; and the authors' model of training for stress prevention.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper uses both descriptive and analytical approaches to research and dissemination. Within the descriptive approach various methods are applied, including compilation, descriptive and comparative techniques; the analytical approach involves inductive and deductive methods.
Findings
It emerges that individuals vary considerably in their ability to manage stress. Self‐perception, locus of control, type A or B behavioural patterns and flexibility or rigidity, all appear to influence stress management abilities.
Practical implications
Some organisations might choose to assist individuals to manage stress by providing relevant training programmemes.
Originality/value
The paper develops a model of training for stress prevention. This model could be customised to the specific needs of small, medium and large organisations.
Keywords
Citation
Treven, S. and Potocan, V. (2005), "Training programmes for stress management in small businesses", Education + Training, Vol. 47 No. 8/9, pp. 640-652. https://doi.org/10.1108/00400910510633170
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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