Submitted by Maria L
Read the two texts below. Write an essay
summarising and evaluating the key points from both texts. Use your
own words throughout as far as possible and include your own ideas in
your answers. Use 240-280 words.The Financial Costs of Stress Research carried out by the Health and Safety Council estimates that stress and mental illness continues to be neglected by many businesses, both small and large. And the economic impact of this is huge, costing employers around £26bn a year. Stress at work can lead to a lack of concentration, fatigue and low motivation, all of which will cost the company in terms of low productivity, customer satisfaction and the very reputation of the company itself. Employers are being urged to become more "emotionally intelligent" and to improve the way they deal with stress and mental illness. |
Speak up about Stress Many people find it difficult to talk about their feelings, particularly if we're feeling weak or vulnerable. However, when suffering from stress it’s vital you seek help. It's important to feel you can talk honestly with a close friend, a loved one, a work colleague or doctor about what’s going on. Stress is easily diagnosed and there is plenty you can do to successfully treat and manage stress. One of the most effective of these is to share your feelings with those you trust. Remember that accepting help and support is not a sign of weakness. Close relationships are vital to helping you get through this tough time. |
Write the essay. (around 240 - 280 words)
Essay on Stress and Work
The texts above deal with some of the
effects of stress at work. This essay aims at summarising and
evaluating certain aspects of work stress. It also provides some suggestions in order to get rid of stress or at least minimise it.
The first text revolves around the impact that stress has on companies, especially the finnacial one,
pointing out that, at £26bn
a year, it really amounts to a staggering sum. Then, it moves onto
exposing a few of the consequences stress has on those who suffer
from it, manely: lack of concentration, fatigue and low motivation.
All of these unfortunately translate into reduced productivity and
customer satisfaction and a poor public perception of the companies
affected.
Tthe second text comments on
some of the actions workers suffering from stress should take, so as
to deal with it adequately. Thus, the main idea that could be
inferred from the text is that in such situation it becomes crucial
to seek help. Whether this is in the form of a talk with a close
friend or reaching out for a professional hand it is down to the
worker itself.
I believe that companies can take simple measures to help reduce stress, such as weekly team
meetings to deal with work problems as a team, adequate tasks distribution within the workplace and last
but no least, free counseling sessions with medical professionals. All of
these actions combined with the support of family and friends could help to reduce the sources of stress and
therefore to deal with it effectively.
260 words
Edited by Gustavo Albarracín
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