Docker O'Driscoll says mental health admission 'best thing' he's done
AFL player Nathan O'Driscoll has shared his mental health struggles, stating that his admission was the 'best thing' he could have done. Following his emotional social media post, he received overwhelming support from the community and emphasized the importance of speaking up about mental health issues. O'Driscoll also called for the AFL to implement a mental health round to raise awareness, particularly among young males.
- ▪Nathan O'Driscoll opened up about his mental health challenges on social media, receiving significant support.
- ▪He urged others dealing with similar issues to speak up to someone they trust.
- ▪O'Driscoll highlighted the impact of mental health on young males and advocated for a dedicated mental health round in the AFL.
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Thu, 28 May67119→Fri, 29 May8884→Sat, 30 May17056→Sat, 30 May78103→Sat, 30 May9793→Sun, 31 May70119→Sun, 31 May8555→Thu, 4 June19:30--→Fri, 5 June19:40--→Sat, 6 June14:15--→Sat, 6 June17:15--→Sat, 6 June20:15--→Sun, 7 June15:15--→Sun, 7 June19:20--→Mon, 8 June15:15--→ AFL Score Centre Fremantle Dockers AFL player Nathan O'Driscoll says mental health admission 'best thing' he didGBy Greig Johnston102.5 ABC PerthTopic:AFLWed 3 Jun 2026 at 12:14pmWed 3 Jun 2026 at 12:14pmWed 3 Jun 2026 at 12:14pmNathan O'Driscoll has opened up further on his mental health challenges.
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