May is mental health awareness month. During this time, our Employee Assistance Program provider, Optum, is focusing on supporting yourself or others with anxiety by holding one-hour training sessions (or on-demand option) that explores some of the science and psychology behind the why of anxiety and provide specific strategies to help with worry and anxiety.
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders globally, yet it is often misunderstood. Everyone worries or feels nervous sometimes; this is a normal human response to stress in our environment. However, those fears and worries aren’t temporary for people with anxiety and can even worsen over time. People with anxiety can become overwhelmed by their emotions and have particularly adverse reactions to situations.
Participants will:
- Understand what anxiety is and how it presents differently in different people
- Recognize the physical, emotional and behavioral signs of anxiety
- Identify strategies that help manage anxiety
- Explore how to challenge anxious thinking and structure worry
- Discuss how to reach out and help a friend, family member, or colleague who may be struggling with anxiety
| Recorded Session | Live Session | Live Session | Live Session |
|---|---|---|---|
| On Demand | May 15 | May 17 | May 19 |
| No Q&A | 1:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. CDT (with Q&A) | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CDT (with Q&A) | 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. CDT (with Q&A) |
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Space is limited for the live training options, so advance registration is required.
