Dealing with psychological stress among trainees

Current situation and findings

• Social and global framework conditions and their impact on young people.
• Reports from studies.
• Exchange of experience.

Mental abnormalities as isolated cases - or how big is the problem really?

• Current figures from health reports by health insurance companies and insurers.
• How do problems come to light?
• Experience reports and case studies.

Background and information on clinical pictures

• Depression or temporary depressive mood.
• Adjustment and stress disorders, burnout syndrome.
• Signs of addictive behavior: Online addiction, gambling addiction, drugs.
• ADD (attention deficit disorder) and ADHD (attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder).

Options for action based on specific case studies

• Where is the limit at which I have to intervene?
• When is the behavior a temporary phenomenon and when is there possibly a serious illness behind it?
• Which reaction fits in each case?
• Who can help the trainee and how?
• Who can help the training staff and how?

Conducting discussions with trainees with psychological problems

• What is particularly important: Good preparation and an open mind.
• Phases of the conversation and clear communication.
• The H-I-L-F-E concept as a five-step guide for recurring conversations.

Get to know alternative approaches

• Preventive approaches in training: Making stressful situations a topic.
• The resilience model: supporting trainees in their resilience.
• Take advantage of the support offered by health insurance companies and other institutions.

Best practices & tips

• Case studies: Being able to recognize recurring patterns of behavior (also in conversations).
• How to prepare for interviews.