ATTENDANCE POLICY

Learners who complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from the Academy.

Learners who complete all five courses in the Series: Tools for Coping with Stress and Trauma will receive a certificate of completion for the series.

DESCRIPTION

Among the many challenges that people face right now are a sense of ongoing uncertainty and lack of control. Although we may never fully be able to anticipate challenges that lie ahead, there is growing research suggesting that how we perceive our ability to cope with stress and adapt to challenges can make a difference in our mental health. This course will review recent work highlighting the importance of proactive coping and self-efficacy, as well as easy-to-use techniques that provide a sense of control and reduce worrying during times of uncertainty.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Participants will:

• Define anxiety and its effect on the human body
• Discuss the impact of current events on the desire to be more in control
• Explore several techniques, including ABCDE and THINK to combat feelings of anxiety and regain feelings of control

LEARNING PATH

This course is part of a Series: Tools for Coping with Stress and Trauma. Learners are invited to register for one or more of the five courses in this series:

• Managing Stress and Building Resilience
• Managing Perceptions of Control
• Journaling to Manage Stress and Build Resilience
• Chronic Pain and Mental Health
• Preventing and Managing PTSD

Those who complete all five courses will receive a certificate of completion for the series.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This course will include presentation as well as opportunities to participate and discuss the tools presented.

ELIGIBILITY

This course is open to staff of any non-profit community organization or government agency that delivers social services in NYC.