Don't panic! Coping with stressed‐out learners: Wide variety of strategies to deal with anxiety

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

“Don't panic!” is a familiar exhortation when you suspect the stress of a situation is going to make someone too anxious to function effectively. But we do panic; we do get stressed out and anxious. If we didn't, there wouldn't be so many reminders of why we shouldn't.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to digest format.

Citation

(2012), "Don't panic! Coping with stressed‐out learners: Wide variety of strategies to deal with anxiety", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 26 No. 1, pp. 26-28. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777281211189155