Stress Busters
What is it?
Stress Buster is a 5 session course (about 90 minutes per week) with a focus on stress, understanding its effects on the way we think, feel and behave and learning ways to tackle it. Stress is one of the most common problems people go to see their GP about. About 1 in 4 people experience these problems at some point in their lives. Some common signs of stress include: worry, tiredness, panic attacks, feeling on edge, anger and irritability, inability to switch off, feeling like the worst may happen, tearful, drinking too much, feeling overwhelmed, Poor sleep.
Click here to download the course outline in pdf format.
Where, when and whom?
Courses are run regularly throughout the year at various venues in Cornwall. The tutors are experienced professionals with Outlook South West.
Course Location |
Start Date |
Time |
Venue |
Launceston |
Mon 1st March |
6:30-8:00pm |
Launceston College, Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9JR |
Falmouth |
Thurs 4th March |
6:30-8:00pm |
The Dracaena Centre, Dracaena Avenue, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2ES |
Newquay |
Mon 22nd March 2010 |
2:00-3:30pm |
Waterworld Leisure Centre, Trenance Park, Newquay, TR7 2LZ |
Bodmin |
Tues 23rd March 2010 |
2:00-3:30pm |
The Dragon Centre, Lostwithiel Road, Bodmin, PL31 1DE |
Truro |
Tues 20th April 2010 |
6:00-7:30pm |
Truro College, The Fal Building, Room F035, Truro |
Penzance |
Weds 21st April 2010 |
12:00-1:30pm |
St John's Hall, Alverton Street, Penzance, TR18 2QP |
St Austell |
Tues 18th May 2010 |
6:30-8:00pm |
The Library, Penrice Community College, Charlestown Road, St Austell, PL25 3NR |
Newquay |
Monday 24th May 2010 |
6:30-8:00pm |
Treviglas Community College, Bradley Rd, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 3JA |
Falmouth |
Tues 25th May 2010 |
6:00-7:30pm |
Dracaena Centre, Dracaena Avenue, Falmouth, TR11 2ES |
Wadebridge |
Wednesday 26th May 2010 |
6:30-8:00pm |
Victoria Room, Wadebridge Town Hall, The Platt, Wadebridge, PL27 7AQ |
Who is it for?
If you find yourself often feeling anxious, low, stressy, panicky, or worried then this course is designed for you. The course may have been recommended to you, or you may have heard about it and want to find out more.
What can I expect?
This is an educational class, NOT group therapy. You won’t be asked about personal problems or be expected to speak. You will be taught about stress and ways to help yourself. Much like adult education classes, this course aims to develop your knowledge and skills. There will be information for you to take home and new ideas for you to try each week.
Will it help me?
It has been running for many years in the UK so is ‘tried and tested’. Research shows most people find it very helpful and the more effort you put in, the more benefit you get.
Does it cost anything?
Although the course is free to attend, there is also a useful and supportive handbook and CD which costs just £5.00.
Can I bring someone with me?
Yes – they may enjoy it too.
I am interested - what do I do now?
You do not need to book a place – just turn up. If you want to find out more information, contact us on: 01208 871906