Depression Plagues Modern White-Collar Workers
"Every Sunday, I feel emotionally low, restless, and unable to accomplish anything—like a completely different person." Ms. Ma, troubled by this distress, recently sought help from a psychologist. Currently, some urban white-collar workers share similar struggles, medically termed "Sunday Depression."
Working in sales at a private company, Ms. Ma explained to her doctor that this year's high sales targets have left her overwhelmed, forcing her to work overtime nearly every weekday. "Weekends were supposed to be my time to rest, but since last month, I haven't been able to relax on Sundays. The thought of returning to heavy workloads the next day makes me feel restless and anxious, and I lose all motivation for anything."
"These symptoms stem from work stress. Patients need to learn self-regulation and stress release," explained a specialist in treating depressive disorders. Urban white-collar workers with fast-paced lifestyles and high job pressures are a high-risk group for depression, and such cases are not uncommon.Experts advise Ms. Ma to adopt a more relaxed mindset, communicate more with family and friends, and plan leisure activities based on her interests during weekends to shift her focus. If symptoms like insomnia or irritability begin to interfere with daily life and work, she should seek psychological counseling and treatment promptly.