About this episode

Dee McAuley discusses his mental health struggles and the pressures of football, including his decision to leave the sport.

Dee opens up about his struggles with mental health, how alcohol and sleeping tablets took hold during his playing days, and why he suddenly walked away from football in his mid-20s. He speaks candidly about the pressures behind the scenes, the lack of mental health support in the game back then, and losing a close friend to suicide — with a powerful message about opening up and helping others. 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify & all major platforms

People in this episode

Guest: Dee McAuley

Topics covered

• mental health
• football
• alcohol
• sleeping tablets
• suicide
• support

Keywords

• mental health support
• pressures in football
• friendship
• opening up

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