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Paul Merson opens up on his mental health struggles in powerful interview: 'My life was inner turmoil'
Paul Merson has opened up on his mental health struggles in a powerful new interview in which he gives harrowing details about the “inner turmoil” that has scarred his life.
The former Arsenal star has spoken candidly to Heroes Have Heroes about his battles with addition, anxiety and panic attacks.
“I had real bad panic attacks,” said the 57-year-old. “Anxiety is a massive part of this life we live in today. And I don’t think people understand enough how many problems it causes and what it stops people doing. It stops people doing stuff, it stops them in their tracks.
