EastEnders star reveals battle with depression was 'a slap in the face' and triggered childhood trauma

One of the stars of EastEnders has opened up about her behind-the-scenes battle with depression.

Nitin Ganatra played before Massoud Ahmed in the long run BBC Serial drama between 2007 and 2019.

Nitin Ganatra had previously played newsstander Masood AhmedCredit: BBC

He starred in the BBC One series from 2007 to 2019.Credit: BBC Press Release

He became an internet sensation after sharing his artworkCredit: Instagram

57 year old actor has now revealed the impact of COVID-19 lockdown on her mental state health.

He admitted that the difficult period he went through triggered the trauma he experienced in his childhood. racism And tyranny.

Nitin explained how depression He felt it hit him “like a slap in the face.”

But the TV star turned to drawing and painting as a “coping strategy”, just as he did in his youth.

He explained: “It was a work, a story, a painting, an outpouring of emotions and feelings. I would make a painting, finish it, put it in a box.”

“But then I posted one on social media, and another, and the backlash started to grow.

“And then it suddenly dawned on me that I could start being who I wanted to be. Going back to painting was like falling in love with my younger self all over again.”

Nitin also revealed that he always dreamed of becoming a painter, but soon gave up on this dream in his youth.

This was after an art dealer saw her portfolio of work while attending an interview for a university.

The actor admitted: “He said, ‘You’ll never make it’… This broke me, so I decided to become an actor instead.”

EastEnders’ Ian Beale and Masood Ahmed talk about Jane Beale after inviting her to restaurant openings

He also signaled that he would be open to a comeback. EastEnders if the bosses approach him sometime in the future.

When asked whether he would BBC One Coming back, Nitin replied: “I get asked this every day, but not to my knowledge.

“I haven’t made that phone call yet. But never say never. I’ll take my canvas with me.”

Depression… signs to look for and what to do

Depression can occur in many ways.

We all feel a little down from time to time.

But depression is persistent and can leave a person feeling helpless and unable to see a way out.

They may also experience difficulties in daily life.

Mind says these are some common symptoms of depression you may experience:

How can you feel

Feeling down, sad, or tearful
Restless, excited or irritable
Guilty, worthless and self-deprecating
Empty and numb
Isolated and unable to relate to other people
Not getting any pleasure from life or the things you usually enjoy
Angry or irritable over little things
sense of unreality
No self-confidence, no self-esteem
Hopeless and hopeless
feeling tired all the time

How can you act?

Avoiding social events and activities you usually enjoy
Self-harm or suicidal behavior
Difficulty speaking, thinking clearly, or making decisions
losing interest in sex
Difficulty remembering things or focusing
Using more tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs than usual
Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
Loss of appetite and weight loss or eating more than usual and gaining weight
Physical aches and pains that have no obvious physical cause
Moving too slowly or feeling restless and agitated

If you feel this way, visit your doctor who can help you.

If you or anyone you know needs help with mental health issues, the following organizations provide support.

Contacting the following people is free and confidential:

Mind, www.mind.orgProvide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Email [email protected] or call the information line on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates and charges from mobiles vary).

YoungMinds Operate a free and confidential parent helpline for parents or carers who are concerned about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving on 0808 802 5544. The site also has a chat option.

Rethink Mental Illness, www.rethink.orgprovides advice and information services; The Mental Health Act provides practical advice on a wide range of issues, including social care, benefits and carer rights. Use the website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls will be charged at your local rate).

The actor was drawing and painting to cope with the bullying and racism he faced in his childhood.Credit: BBC

Nitin admits he'd be open to a return to EastEnders — Nitin admits he’d be open to a return to EastEndersCredit: Statement

EastEnders is available to watch and stream on BBC One BBC iPlayer.

Depression… signs to look for and what to do

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