Anxiety and depression are mood disorders that have been known to manifest themselves simultaneously in some people. Your work environment and job responsibilities can trigger the onset or enhance the symptoms of both anxiety and depression. According to the American Psychological Association or the APA, many workers report that stress in the workplace has many native consequences such as anxiety, depression and the development of unhealthy habits, which can compromise a worker's physical and mental health, negatively impacting the company overall.
Step 1
Contact your employee assistance program. Most companies have some type of employee assistance program that you can contact when you are dealing with problems in your life, such as anxiety and depression. They may provide you with online information, a referral for treatment or a counselor for you to talk with, reports that APA. Employee assistance programs are confidential and generally provide services free of charge.
Step 2
Take care of yourself. Bring healthy snacks with you to work such as berries, vegetables or nuts. Snack on these items throughout the day to keep your energy levels up and avoid any dips in blood sugar. During your lunch break, take a walk around your place of work. Make the walk more enjoyable by having your co-workers walk with you. According to HelpGuide.org, 30 minutes of heart-pounding physical activity most days of the week can help relieve anxiety. Make sleep a priority. HelpGuide.org notes that lack of sleep can compromise a person’s ability to deal with stress; therefore sleep is important to dealing with anxieties and depression at work.
Step 3
Keep a list of everything you need to do. In order to keep yourself from becoming overwhelmed by all the things you need to accomplish, write them down. Making a working list of tasks, both personal and work-related, will reduce your anxieties associated with forgetting something and will allow you to clear your head and focus on your current task, reports the APA.
Step 4
Increase your job satisfaction. Develop your own projects. The MayoClinic.com suggests taking on a project that can motivate you, give you a sense of control and boost your confidence. Mentor a co-worker. The MayoClinic.com notes that helping a co-worker advance their skills can restore challenge and satisfaction you used to find in your job.
Step 5
Follow your treatment. Treatment for anxiety and depression can be very effective if you stick to it and follow all the recommendations your therapist has given. Challenge your negative thoughts throughout the day. Do not assume you are a bad worker. Socialize with your co-workers. Ask for feedback from superiors and do not dismiss the positives.
