Adam Collard admits addiction and mental health battle as Laura Woods sends supportive message

Former Love Island star Adam Collard labelled 2024 'the hardest year of my life' and candidly opened up on his mental health struggles in an honest social media post

Former Love Island star Adam Collard has candidly opened up on his addiction and depression struggle.

The reality TV star labelled 2024 his "hardest year" as he shared his torment in a touching Instagram post. He was supported by his pregnant fiancee Laura Woods as he urged people not to struggle alone. Taking to the social media platform, the Geordie star shared a selection of cards. He began: "2024, the hardest year of my life.

"I've seen lot of amazing 2024 posts over the last few days... but if you're struggling right now, remember that Instagram is a highlights reel, and if you're struggling you aren't alone."

He went on to say he had found the past year "tougher than any before". Adam continued: "Struggled with my mental health more than ever. Lost something important. Struggled with injuries. Suffered with addiction to painkillers and sleeping pills and justified it as 'it doesn't affect fitness' or because it wasn't booze.

"Got diagnosed with depression. Prescribed anti-depressants. Lost family. Drifted from certain friends. Tried to reach out to people and failed. Felt lost."

Despite being honest with his struggles, Adam admitted there was also a positive to his year, reminding his followers that "you are always strong enough to reframe things and change the outcome". As his tone flipped, he added how he had also had a lot of good things happen in 2024.

"2024 was also the year I...started therapy and got over the feat of it," he wrote. "Travelled with people I love. Understood myself better and began to like me more. Reflected on things I'm proud of. Developed strong friendships. Made up with lost family. Proposed. Signed new contracts with brands I love. Went back on TV. Got rid of people holding me back. Built a bigger business. Found out I was going to be a dad. The highlight. Felt more love than ever."

He finished his moving post by saying: "It isn't all sunshine and rainbows. But if you feel like you're losing everything, remember that trees lose their leaves every year, and they still stand tail and wait for better days to come. Stay strong. x"

As many fans an followers hit the like button and wrote inspirational comments, fiancee Laura Woods issued a gushing response. In the comments section, the sports reporter said: "Proud of you. You're going to be the most amazing dad x."

And Celebs Go Dating expert Anna Williamson was also on hand to offer support, writing: "Always always here for you Adam," followed by a love heart emoji.

*If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch

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