Tagged work-related stress

Effects of shift work on diet and fitness in the public and voluntary sectors

Public sector professionals who work a shift work routine understand the long hours, endless days and little to no breaks to eat a proper meal. When you’re hungry and exhausted, it’s easy to grab what’s convenient instead of a healthy meal. Most likely, it’s a microwave meal or takeaway. In a 2015 survey, public and […]

Feeling the symptoms of burnout? Here’s how to manage it

By Hannah Kingston

Careers

Burnout isn’t a new concept. The phrase was coined in 1974 by Herbert Freudenberger. Burnout is a complex condition that is often, but not always related to workplace stress. The symptoms can be similar to depression but generally arise after a period of high stress and anxiety. Burnout can leave you feeling in a state […]

Report reveals WA local government CEOs ‘at breaking point’

By Andrew Timming

News

Local government CEOS from around the state are facing unprecedented levels of work-related stress, according to new research led by The University of Western Australia.

NZ workplace study shows more than quarter of employees feel depressed much of the time

By Tim Bentley

Community & Social

As the nature of work changes – including technological advancements, reduced job security, and blurred work/non-work boundaries – psychosocial harm is likely to increase, says the World Health Organisation.

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Effects of shift work on diet and fitness in the public and voluntary sectors

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Feeling the symptoms of burnout? Here’s how to manage it

Report reveals WA local government CEOs ‘at breaking point’

NZ workplace study shows more than quarter of employees feel depressed much of the time