Stress can motivate people to perform well, experiencing it over a prolonged period of time can threaten long-term health, says the May edition of Workplace Wellness E-Digest.

Published by the Department of Human Resources’ Office of Employee Engagement and Development, the newsletter offers information on how to reduce levels of stress, cope with food cravings, and manage anxiety.

With a theme of “Mental Health Awareness,” it also features material on the causes and treatment of panic attacks. Read the Workplace Wellness E-Digest.