Panic attacks, depression lead to a rise in suicide among women in Japan during pandemic SECTIONS Panic attacks, depression lead to a rise in suicide among women in Japan during pandemicBy Motoko Rich and Hikari Hida, New York Times Last Updated: Feb 26, 2021, 08:40 PM IST Share AP While the pandemic has been difficult for many in Japan, the pressures have been compounded for women. Related TOKYO: Not long after Japan ramped up its fight against the coronavirus last spring, Nazuna Hashimoto started suffering panic attacks. The gym in Osaka where she worked as a personal trainer suspended operations, and her friends were staying home at the recommendation of the government.