Quiz: Do You Know How To Deal With Job Stress?

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Quiz: Do You Know How to Cope With Job Stress?

By Chris Woolston
CONSUMER HEALTH INTERACTIVE

Whether you're at the top of the career ladder or a few rungs down, chances are you've felt some stress on the job. In a survey reported by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 40 percent of Americans said their jobs were "very or extremely stressful." The strain isn't just aggravating -- according to NIOSH, job stress can be hazardous to your health. If you're gnashing your teeth over a pushy boss, impossible deadlines, or office conflicts, it's time to take action. How much do you know about coping with job stress? Take this short quiz to find out.

1. Which of these conditions is strongly linked to job stress?

a. Back pain
b. Heart Disease
c. Depression
d. All of the above

2. According to the American Psychological Association, supervisors and heads of companies are especially vulnerable to job stress. True or false?

True
False

3. If you feel a lack of control over your job, your only choices are putting up with it or quitting. True or false?

True
False

4. According to NIOSH, which of these is the most effective long-term solution to on-the-job stress?

a. Relaxation exercises
b. Effective time management
c. Worker-friendly organizational changes
d. Vacations

5. You have a legal right to a safe working environment. True or false?

True
False

6. A healthy diet, adequate sleep, and regular exercise can help you deal with on-the-job stress. True or false?

True
False

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