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Marta Uvarova, a psychologist at the Bud Zdorov (Be Healthy) clinic in Sochi, told Gazeta.Ru that autumn blues are the body's adaptation to the short daylight hours, which usually passes within two weeks. If the symptoms last longer and interfere with work, this is a reason to see a specialist.
Otabek Yusupov25-year-old Holly Sharman spent years visiting the hospital with severe chest pain, but examinations found no pathologies. Eventually, she was diagnosed with health anxiety and health-related OCD. Clinical psychologist Dr. Kirren Schnack explains the signs of the disorder and provides recommendations for managing anxiety.
Sevara AzamovaHearings were held at Norfolk Coroner's Court in the case of Paul Flack, the 55-year-old brother of TV presenter Caroline Flack, who was found unconscious at his home in Norwich on 21 June and died in hospital. His partner told the court he struggled deeply with his sister's death in 2020, his father's dementia and her cancer diagnosis. Coroner Yohanna Thompson recorded a narrative conclusion: the death occurred while under the influence of alcohol, with intent 'unknown'.
Javlon TursunovRichard Jackson, a former Cabinet Office staffer who lost top secret papers on a train in 2008, told BBC Radio 4 nearly 20 years later about the consequences of his mistake: suspension, a three-grade demotion, a fine under the Official Secrets Act and suicidal thoughts. Today he helps people cope with stress through his company NewDay.
Sevara Azamova23-year-old Everton striker Tierno Barry posted a video on his YouTube channel showing him crying after a private training session, dissatisfied with his performance. He told BBC Newsbeat he hesitated for three weeks to publish the clip but wanted to show his authentic self. The club reposted the video with the caption 'emotional resilience'.
Bekzod NazarovAccording to EU-OSHA, 45% of EU workers face mental health risks, and 44% report work overload. According to an ETUI estimate, work-related depression costs the EU more than €100 billion a year. Experts cite reluctance to discuss the problem openly as the main obstacle and propose assessing psychosocial risks the same way as physical ones. The Healthy Workplaces campaign has been launched.
Aziz Karimov
