Kathmandu, March 5 -- Anish, a migrant worker in Kuwait, has been struggling with insomnia and loss of appetite for several weeks. The 25-year-old construction worker from Nawalparasi district, who went to the West Asian country a year ago, complained that he no longer wishes to stay there, nor does he want to return home, as his family's financial woes remain unchanged.

"He has had trouble sleeping and is struggling to continue on his job," said a doctor at Bir Hospital who attended the patient via the hospital's telemedicine service. "The tough nature of the job and his family's financial plight increase his stress level. We recommended some medications and provided counseling through experts, which have shown positive results."

Anish...