Work, Burnout & Performance

Dubai's working culture is demanding, and the line between sustainable pressure and burnout is easy to miss until it has been crossed. These articles cover the early signs of work-related burnout, how workplace stress differs from an anxiety disorder, and the role emotional intelligence plays in managing pressure and relationships at work.

Exhausted professional in a Dubai office showing signs of work-related burnout

Psychiatry & Counselling

Work-Related Burnout in Dubai: Recognising the Signs and Seeking Early Help

Recognise work-related burnout early. Dr Indira Priyadarshini, British-trained psychiatrist in Dubai, explains signs, treatment and when to seek help.

July 15, 20258 min readDr. Indira Priyadarshini

Adult sitting on a sofa looking pensive with a hand on chest, reflecting subtle anxiety

Psychiatry & Counselling

Stress vs. Anxiety: What's the Difference and When Should You Seek Help?

Stress vs. anxiety in Dubai: the clear differences, where they overlap, and when to seek counselling or psychiatric help. By Ms Fariha Khan.

March 25, 20258 min readMs. Fariha Khan

Multicultural professionals in a Dubai office engaged in an empathetic discussion

Psychiatry & Counselling

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace and Ways to Enhance It

Why emotional intelligence predicts workplace success — plus 7 research-backed ways to develop EI in Dubai's multicultural workplace. By Ms Fariha Khan.

July 12, 20248 min readMs. Fariha Khan