Brain Chemistry of Burnout

Brain Chemistry of Burnout - EEO Specialists

This workshop covers the psychosocial hazard of burnout as outlined in the WA Code of Practice and makes it visible and understandable. It also includes valuable information about how brain chemicals can foster resilience and positive mental health.

Overview

This workshop is designed to help participants to improve their wellbeing and the productivity of teams with a holistic approach. It provides valuable insights about burnout, as well as the power of brain chemistry. It can be delivered as a standalone half-day workshop or as part of a full-day workshop which includes our immersive play: ‘Psychosocial Hazards. Now You See It…’

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is highly recommended for anyone interested in improving their own wellbeing as well as the wellbeing of people in their teams, if they are managers.

Description

This workshop will help participants to better understand burnout, as well as how brain chemicals influence mood, stress, motivation, and social connections. It provides useful ways to ensure and maintain a balanced and thriving mindset for all.

What you will learn

  • The main psychosocial hazards in workplaces.
  • Strategies for resilience and self-care in stressful situations.
  • Primary, secondary and vicarious liability.
  • Minimising WorkSafe claims.
  • Difference between healthy and unhealthy stress; how stress affects the brain and body.
  • How Cortisol affects the stress response and techniques to reduce it.
  • How Oxytocin can promote team morale and camaraderie.
  • How Serotonin can affect self esteem and resilience.
  • How Dopamine can improve productivity and goal-oriented behaviour.
  • Personalised framework for excellent mental health and a wellbeing mindset.

We also offer a 1-hour presentation on the Brain Chemistry of Burnout

What people say about this play

Team MemberDepartment of Fire & Emergency Services

I really enjoyed the workshop and have learnt more skills to manage my brain chemicals

and better understand others.

Lyn KnightDepartment of Fire & Emergency Services

The workshop content was interesting and the delivery was excellent.

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