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Jun 19, 2025
Bengaluru employee hospitalized following CEO's harsh outburst
A junior data scientist at a Bengaluru startup ended up in the hospital after a panic attack triggered by the CEO's harsh verbal abuse during a video call.
The incident, shared on Reddit, has put a spotlight on toxic work environments marked by constant yelling and extreme micromanagement.
TL;DR
'I hope others will prioritize mental health...'
The employee described working 12-hour days—including weekends—without any appreciation from leadership.
Even after resigning, they faced more verbal attacks from the CEO, which led to their hospitalization.
By sharing their story, the employee hopes others will prioritize mental health and not stay silent about workplace harassment.