There is adequate evidence that points to the fact that
 
work related stress can cause heart diseases. In a study
 
it has been seen that people employed in high demand
 
positions and with less control are prone to suffering
 
from a high degree of stress. In addition, if the
 
individual's capability and skills are not at par with
 
the requirements of the position that he/she is in, then
 
it will obviously cause stress. Work stress might also
 
occur as a result of shift duties or if the work
 
environment is too demanding. The lack of
 
acknowledgement or recognition of an individual
 
employee's work for a prolonged period of time can also
 
cause a feeling of dissent and dissatisfaction. The
 
feeling of unfairness can cause stress amongst
 
individuals. Work related stress has emerged as one the
 
biggest occupational health hazards in the European
 
Union after back pain. As much as 28% of the people in
 
the Union said that they were greatly affected by stress
 
and it has been estimated that as much as €20 billion
 
per annum expenses were incurred in covering for the
 
lost time and health costs. Though the phenomenon is
 
common to all, irrespective of gender differences, women
 
were reported to suffer from extremely high levels of
 
stress. While 16% of males in the EU suffered from
 
cardiovascular conditions owing to stress, the numbers
 
rose dramatically in case of women with 22% of the
 
females suffering from the same.
 
Employees are often given a lot of advice to keep their
 
stress levels at a bare minimum. Some of the key aspects
 
that do help in the long run include:
 
1.Try and avoid smoking when you are stressed out and if
 
possible quit the habit
 
2.Consume a balanced diet that comprises variety of
 
foods
 
3. Lower the levels of alcohol and caffeine consumption
 
4.Work on one thing at a time, if possible
 
5.Try and get adequate hours of sleep in order to be
 
fresh and charged up for the day ahead
 
6.Work off stress- physical exercise and activity helps
 
to generate endorphins, which help to make you feel
 
good. Therefore, try to indulge in some physical
 
exercise for at least 30 minutes a day on a regular
 
basis.
 
7. Manage your time better
 
8. Also try to get help from your colleagues and the
 
support of your family
 
9. Try and relax by going out for a walk, drive or just
 
listen to music
 
10.Indulge yourself occasionally
 
11. Take up a hobby
 
Though you will never be able to evade workplace stress,
 
you can certainly do something to manage it better.