Noting that most traditional examinations of stress view it as a medical condition, this guide takes an anthropological approach and reveals a less threatening picture of this natural response to danger. Using narratives from people in very stressful situations - including a spy, an executive, a refugee camp worker, and a policeman - the discussion shows that even harrowing amounts of stress can be productive as long as the patterns of its application do not turn dangerous. Summarizing these findings as they apply to American workers, the authors suggest solutions to avoid becoming a virtual zombie who has little awareness of his actions.
- ISBN10 1927043085
- ISBN13 9781927043080
- Publish Date 14 May 2014 (first published 1 April 2010)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country CA
- Imprint Green Frigate Books
- Format eBook
- Pages 175
- Language English