Dr Alex George looks back: ‘A dying friend told me to throw myself into things more
The author and mental health campaigner on not fitting in at school, being on the Covid frontline, and how grief inspired him to help others
TL;DR
- Dr Alex George transitioned from an A&E doctor to a public figure after appearing on Love Island.
- He served as the UK government's youth mental health ambassador.
- George experienced significant personal tragedy with the loss of his brother, Llŷr, to suicide.
- He navigated personal struggles including weight gain, excessive drinking, and a diagnosis of OCD.
- He advocates for mental health through his books, podcast, and personal experiences.
- He finds benefit in nature, his dog Rolo, motorcycle riding, antidepressants, classical music, and limiting news consumption.
- His mother also contributes to mental health awareness through charity work.