China Horror: Scolded at Work, Woman Suffers Psychological Breakdown; Stops Eating, Moving, Needs Reminders To Use Toilet

Beijing, October 27: A young woman from Henan province in China experienced a severe psychological breakdown after being reprimanded by her supervisor. The incident led to her falling into a catatonic state. The woman is now unable to move, eat or drink. She now needs reminders to use the toilet.

According to the South China Morning Post, the woman was identified as Li. The woman's condition deteriorated to the point where she stopped eating, drinking, moving, or engaging in conversation. The incident began a month prior when Li’s team leader scolded her, causing significant emotional distress. Her family reported that her physical abilities declined drastically; she could not support her head without a pillow and lost control over basic bodily functions, requiring constant assistance. China Horror: Man Dies of Heart Attack 13 Days After Having 23 Teeth Removed in Single Day.

Woman Suffers Psychological Breakdown After Being Scolded at Work

Dr Jia Dehuan, Li’s physician at Zhengzhou Eighth People’s Hospital, described her condition as a “wooden” figure characterised by immobilisation, unresponsiveness, and withdrawal from reality. Dr Jia diagnosed Li with a catatonic stupor, a severe symptom of depression often triggered by intense emotional trauma or stress. He noted that Li’s introverted personality and difficulty in opening up to others contributed to her severe condition.

Under Dr. Jia’s care, Li received the necessary treatment and support to recover. The incident has sparked widespread concern and debate on Chinese social media, with users expressing shock and sympathy for Li’s ordeal and outrage over workplace bullying and stress. One user commented, “If your job is too demanding, it’s better to leave rather than suffer in silence.” Another remarked, “She had been torturing herself due to her boss’s actions.” China Horror: 7 Dead, 4 Injured in Gas Poisoning at Biotech Company in Shandong Province.

A recent survey by the Chinese Psychological Society highlighted the alarming state of workplace mental health in China. The findings revealed that 4.8% of employees experienced workplace depression, 80% reported feelings of agitation, 60% cited anxiety, and nearly 40% exhibited symptoms of depression, according to Shangguan News (2023).

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