From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Tips for Healthcare Workers to Navigate Political Stress

Learning Objectives

By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

• Define political stress and identify its common sources, along with its effects on mental health and overall well-being.
• Recognize the importance of self-awareness in stress management and identify early signs of burnout and secondary trauma.
• Identify the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral manifestations of political stress in both themselves and the individuals they serve.
• Describe evidence-based techniques for managing political-related stress, including mindfulness, cognitive reframing, and self-care strategies.