Doctors say more residents struggle silently as they urge people to seek support early

Last updated: May 12, 2026 | 13:43

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Dubai: Mental health experts in the UAE are calling for more open conversations around therapy and emotional wellbeing, saying many residents continue to suffer in silence due to stigma and fear of judgment.

Psychologists and psychiatrists have noted that one of the biggest misconceptions they continue to encounter is the belief that seeking therapy means a person is “crazy”, weak, or unable to cope with life.

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