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Stress has been called a "disease of civilization". Workplace stress is the harmful physical and emotional response that occurs when there is a poor match between job demands and the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker. These conditions may lead to poor work performance or even injury. Stress is a prevalent and costly problem in today´s workplace.Coping is an important resource for the regulation of well being and maintenance of mental health under conditions of stress. Individuals with broad, flexible, and effective repertoire of coping strategies are expected to deal successfully with minor and major stressful events in their life.

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Dr. Gehan M. Ismail, assistant professor in community health nursing, faculty of nursing, Cairo university from 2009. Worked as an assistant professor at nursing faculty, Kuwait.

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