DUBAI, Oct 29 (UNI): A large number of Indian expatriates in the UAE, suffer from what is termed as "visa neurosis" because of anxieties over job security and difficult working and living conditions.
Health professionals say that because of lack of social support systein the form of family bonds or close community circle many turn to substance abuse or aggressive behaviour.
Some of them even commit suicides, according to the Khaleej Times.
Doctors and psychiatrists say that there are numerous cases of cardiac neurosis caused by insecurity and phobia that manifests itself as palpitation, sleep disorder and sweating.
The most common probleare anxiety disorders, panic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders or generalised disorders, depression and substance abuse.
Incidents of cardiac arrests triggered by stress and heat exposure are getting common, especially among labourers, the doctors say.