Denise Welch, 66, discusses her mental health journey in a candid interview with The Telegraph.
Welch talks about how she was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) after experiencing a "complete breakdown" in 2019. She describes BPD as a condition where people struggle to regulate their emotions and maintain relationships.
"I felt like I'd lost myself," Welch says, recalling her experience of having a complete breakdown. "I didn't know who I was anymore."
Welch has been open about her mental health struggles since the diagnosis. She encourages others to seek help and talk openly about their experiences.
"It's not something you can hide from anyone," Welch says. "If you're struggling, it's okay to say it out loud."
Welch also discusses how she has managed her symptoms through therapy, self-care, and medication. She emphasizes the importance of seeking professional help and building a support network.
"It's all about finding what works for you," Welch says. "I've learned that I need to take care of myself, both physically and emotionally."
Throughout the conversation, Welch is candid and introspective, sharing her struggles and triumphs with mental health. Her openness and honesty serve as an inspiration to others who may be struggling with similar issues.
Welch also talks about her experiences as a mother and how she has dealt with the challenges of raising her son Matty Healy, lead singer of The 1975. She shares stories about how she has balanced her career and personal life while managing her mental health.
"I've learned to prioritize my own needs," Welch says. "As a mother, it's easy to put others first, but that can be detrimental to your own well-being."
Welch also discusses her relationship with her partner, Lincoln Townley, an artist who has been supportive of her mental health journey. She praises his understanding and patience as they navigate life together.
Their love story began when Welch met Townley at a charity event, and she was drawn to his kindness and gentle nature. Over time, their friendship blossomed into romance, and they became each other's rock in the face of adversity.
Through her openness about mental health, Denise Welch inspires others to do the same. She encourages people to seek help, talk openly about their struggles, and prioritize self-care.
As our conversation comes to a close, Welch reflects on her journey and the lessons she has learned along the way.
"Mental illness is not something to be ashamed of," Welch says. "It's okay to ask for help and take care of yourself."
Welch's story serves as a powerful reminder that mental health matters and that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Welch talks about how she was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) after experiencing a "complete breakdown" in 2019. She describes BPD as a condition where people struggle to regulate their emotions and maintain relationships.
"I felt like I'd lost myself," Welch says, recalling her experience of having a complete breakdown. "I didn't know who I was anymore."
Welch has been open about her mental health struggles since the diagnosis. She encourages others to seek help and talk openly about their experiences.
"It's not something you can hide from anyone," Welch says. "If you're struggling, it's okay to say it out loud."
Welch also discusses how she has managed her symptoms through therapy, self-care, and medication. She emphasizes the importance of seeking professional help and building a support network.
"It's all about finding what works for you," Welch says. "I've learned that I need to take care of myself, both physically and emotionally."
Throughout the conversation, Welch is candid and introspective, sharing her struggles and triumphs with mental health. Her openness and honesty serve as an inspiration to others who may be struggling with similar issues.
Welch also talks about her experiences as a mother and how she has dealt with the challenges of raising her son Matty Healy, lead singer of The 1975. She shares stories about how she has balanced her career and personal life while managing her mental health.
"I've learned to prioritize my own needs," Welch says. "As a mother, it's easy to put others first, but that can be detrimental to your own well-being."
Welch also discusses her relationship with her partner, Lincoln Townley, an artist who has been supportive of her mental health journey. She praises his understanding and patience as they navigate life together.
Their love story began when Welch met Townley at a charity event, and she was drawn to his kindness and gentle nature. Over time, their friendship blossomed into romance, and they became each other's rock in the face of adversity.
Through her openness about mental health, Denise Welch inspires others to do the same. She encourages people to seek help, talk openly about their struggles, and prioritize self-care.
As our conversation comes to a close, Welch reflects on her journey and the lessons she has learned along the way.
"Mental illness is not something to be ashamed of," Welch says. "It's okay to ask for help and take care of yourself."
Welch's story serves as a powerful reminder that mental health matters and that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
66 and still killing the game with her honesty about borderline personality disorder BPD. It takes a lot of guts to talk about your mental health struggles especially when you're in the public eye. I'm all about that self-care life too, it's not selfish it's necessary 
. People should totally take note from Welch and just be open about their feelings, don't bottle it up or hide behind a mask like we often do online 
. And let's talk about how amazing her partner Lincoln is, that's some real love right there 
. I'm so glad Welch is using her platform to spread awareness about mental health, it's time we prioritize our own well-being over the drama and stress of everyday life 
Denise Welch's openness about her BPD diagnosis is inspiring, but I think we need to be careful what we're putting in our bodies and what's behind all these expensive therapies 
. And what's with the media attention around mental health now? Is it just a way for celebrities to stay relevant? 
I'm not saying people shouldn't talk about their struggles, but let's also focus on the root causes of mental illness, like poverty, inequality, and lack of access to quality healthcare 
! I'm so proud of her for sharing her mental health journey with us 
. Her openness is super inspiring, especially to people who might be struggling like me when it comes to my anxiety 
. I need to take a cue from her and prioritize self-care more 
. And can we talk about how amazing Lincoln Townley sounds? he's literally the perfect partner 
... their love story is so sweet!
! She's been open about her struggles with BPD and it's so brave of her to share her experiences 
. It's so important we break the stigma around mental illness and remind people that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness 
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I'm so glad Denise Welch is speaking out about her mental health journey, it's so brave of her! 
. It's amazing how she's found a balance between her career and personal life, I'm sure it's not always easy but it's definitely inspiring 
she's not just talking about mental health, she's sharing her story and encouraging others to do the same, which is what we need more of in this world! 
Like I remember reading about people with depression just being told to "snap out of it" or that they were just lazy. No way, right? 
Now we know so much more and it's amazing to see people like Denise Welch breaking the mold and talking openly about their struggles. And honestly, her advice about self-care and prioritizing your own needs is so on point... 
especially as a parent or partner. We all need to take care of ourselves, you know? 
It's just so inspiring to see someone use their platform to spread awareness and encourage others to do the same... 
I'm so tired of the stigma surrounding mental health 
. But can't we just normalize talking about it already? 
Like, when are we going to stop making people feel ashamed for needing help? 
. It's all about being honest and vulnerable, you know? 
. That's just so true! We need more people like her who are willing to talk openly about their struggles.
. And let's give a huge shoutout to her partner Lincoln Townley for being such an amazing support system