ABSTRACT
This chapter describes the underlying model for which the stress map was developed. There is also a special class of factors that are assessed and are labelled the meta sources of stress. The factors that can either filter or amplify the stress reaction are presented in the yellow card deck. Research shows that effective stress modulators can play an important positive role leading to fewer signs and symptoms of stress. The client has been working in the pharmaceutical sector and occupies a management position. As a mediator, they both chose for the other “lack of partner support” and from there we started making the change, working on the sources of stress and providing support to the other. The stress map is a novelty. It is the first available tool for professionals to be used in diagnosing chronic stress and planning the first actions in managing it.
