Managing Stress
Support for Managing Stress
Signs of Stress
Signs of Stress
- Increases in irritability, impatience, crying, blaming, arguing, substance use (alcohol, drugs, tobacco), desire to be alone, anxiety, fear, anger, distrust, worry, sadness, frustration, uncertainty, resentment, guilt, confusion, startle response, headaches, stomach aches, other pains, worsening of chronic health problems
- New difficulties in giving or accepting help, finding pleasure, concentrating, and decision-making
- Increase/decrease in energy or activity levels, fatigue, and appetite
- Revisiting past trauma/PTSD – intrusive distressing memories, flashbacks, and memories*
*If feelings or symptoms worsen, affect ability to function, have wide swings, or are prolonged, seek advice from a mental health professional and know you can recover. Access AANA resources on how to find help.
If thoughts turn to harming yourself, call American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s HOTLINE: 800-273-TALK, veterans extension 1, or text FRONTLINE to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor for 24/7 free support. If immediate harm is imminent, call 911.
AANA Resources and CRNA-produced Wellness Content
AANA Resources and CRNA-produced Wellness Content
AANA.com Resources
- Adverse Medical Events/Critical Incidents
- Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
- Depression and Suicide
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Sleep and Fatigue
- Substance Use Disorder
- Resident Wellness
- Wellness in the Workplace
Podcasts
Wellness and Substance Use Disorder Educational Resources – See a variety of easy-to-listen-to-podcasts and videos
Videos
- View the CRNA/RRNA Well-being playlist, which features breathing techniques, stress relief through stretching from Jessica Switzman, MSN, CRNA, and how to cope from Cindy Farina, DNP, CRNA, CNE.
- Pennie Nichols, CRNA:
CRNA Education Edge
- Streaming on-demand CEs. See the Art Zwerling Wellness Modules.
