FLASH COURSES

The outbreak of COVID-19 has been stressful and disruptive for everyone. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in you, your family members and your coworkers. Learning to cope with this stress will make you, the people you care about and your community stronger.

The impact of certain events, such as a pandemic, can trigger feelings of loneliness and isolation. In this module you will learn ways to cope effectively with the negative effects of social isolation, especially during a period of social distancing.

A 'coronavirus culture' is beginning to emerge that's forcing everyone to build personal resilience in a spontaneous, yet reactive, manner. This short course will provide you with the tools necessary to adapt to challenges and changes at home and work, while helping you improve your overall sense of wellbeing.

Grief is a normal reaction to loss. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have experienced various types of losses including loss of a loved one, loss of a job, loss of income or loss of a sense of safety and security. In this module, you will learn about the stages of grief and healthy ways of coping.

During difficult times, such as we’re experiencing in the current coronavirus pandemic, it is possible to turn to unhealthy ways of coping. In this module, you will learn healthy coping strategies for managing negative emotions and avoiding addiction during periods of increased stress.

Rates of depression are increasing during the coronavirus pandemic. Everyone experiences sadness or feeling low on occasion, but those usually pass with a little time. When those feelings become so intense and distressing, they affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities. In this course, you’ll learn about the types of depression, the causes, common signs and symptoms and some treatment options.

Whether you’re looking to cope with the current coronavirus pandemic, handle your emotions better or simply to feel more positive and energetic, this course will teach you some ways to take better control of your mental health — starting today.

The coronavirus pandemic has caused an increase in mental health concerns. Everyone suffers when emotional distress is left unaddressed in the workplace. In this module, you will learn how to identify the signs of someone struggling with a mental health issue, connect with the person in a supportive and appropriate way and guide them towards the resources available to help them address and resolve the issue.

During a pandemic, the onslaught of negative news can begin to impact your mood and outlook. In this short course, you will learn about the impact of negative thinking, ways to identify such thoughts and helpful tips to challenge and change these negative thoughts so that you can lead a more positive life.

Conflict is an unavoidable part of life, both at home and at work. Knowing how to resolve conflict – and, in many cases, reap the benefits that conflict can deliver – is a valuable skill. In this module, you will learn how to iron out differences before they escalate. Explore the dynamics of conflict, develop awareness of your role in conflict situations and learn some tips for dealing with hostile individuals - all keys to making a successful return to work during a period in which many employees are under increased stress.

Communicating effectively is always important in the workplace. During periods of change and transition when stress and anxiety levels may be especially high, it’s vital. In this course, you will learn about the differences between effective and ineffective communication as well as some common barriers. You will also receive practical skills you can use to help you become a more effective communicator in all areas of your life.

During difficult times, such as we’re experiencing during the coronavirus pandemic, some relationships can be a source of strength and support, while others can can be a hinderance to our overall well-being.  In this module you will learn about the important benefits healthy relationships, the qualities of healthy relationships, what makes a relationship unhealthy and the value of maintaining healthy boundaries.

During a pandemic, self-care is a crucial way to maintain your emotional fitness. In this course, you will learn simple yet powerful strategies to help begin cultivating greater awareness and active, open attention to the present that experts agree can lead to better health and optimal performance.

According to experts, an important way to stay mentally and physically healthy during a pandemic is to get adequate sleep. In this module, you will learn about the importance of sleep, insomnia prevention, creating a sleep schedule, keys to achieving healthy sleep, sleep hygiene and the best sleep position.

Stress is an unavoidable part of life. During a pandemic, you may experience increased and prolonged levels of stress. If left unaddressed, stress can continue to build and eventually becomes unmanageable. In this course, you will gain an understanding of the impact of the different types of stress, review the most common effects of stress and learn practical tools and information regarding healthy habits and coping skills that you can begin using today.

Balancing the demands of work and family can be difficult. As you return to the workplace, it can become even more challenging as you juggle a number of important roles that all require time and energy. Intentionally pursuing balance can keep the stresses and demands of all of these roles from engulfing and draining you. In this module, you will learn important strategies and simple tips to help you balance your work life with your personal life.