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Article: PANIC ATTACKS in the workplace
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- Office Solutions
- Article date:
- July 1, 2008
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CopyrightCopyright Quality Publishing, Inc. Jul 2008. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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HOW TO RECOGNIZE THE SIGNS AND HELP YOUR EMPLOYEES
Michael was a star salesperson. A company had recently hired him to help it close several major deals with some of its largest clients. In his line of work, Michael often dealt with pressure from deadlines. In the midst of closing on two deals, Michael received an alarming phone call. His mother was ill; she had just suffered a stroke and was in the emergency room.
Michael felt as if his world was falling apart. In his office, his body started to react. His breathing became labored and his heart raced while his actions seemed to slow down. His manager had no idea what to do, so he took Michael outside for some fresh air. That seemed to calm ...