Jared Padalecki is opening up about a very difficult time in his life. The actor is best known for his role as Sam Winchester in the long-running TV series Supernatural. The actor starred alongside Jensen Ackles for 15 seasons. However, there was a point where he was suffering from serious mental health issues. Padalecki got candid about his issues and seeking treatment for them during a recent interview.
During an episode of the I’ve Never Said This Before podcast, Jared Padalecki recalled a low moment in 2015 when he suffered from suicidal thoughts and decided to check himself into a clinic to receive treatment. The TV star admitted to struggling with depression in the past. However, he says that seeking treatment was a pivotal step, per People Magazine.
Jared Padalecki Speaks Openly About His Struggles With Mental Health
“I was letting my thoughts take over and going to places of dramatic suicidal ideation,” he described. “I called my wife and she said, ‘Get home.’ And so, I got home, went to a clinic for a couple weeks and looked into it and haven’t been suicidal since — not for a moment,” he said.
Padalecki went on to reveal that after spending several years in front of the camera, he realized that he needed a major reset in his life. The actor described that time as focusing on the people around him instead of being honest and open about his own issues. However, he’s no longer worried about perception when it comes to speaking out.
“I wear it proudly. I put it on my face and tell everybody,” he said. However, he does admit that he still struggles with emotions just like everyone else. He says he has “a lot of sadness” about his TV series Walker being canceled. “It’s been a hard month since we found out, but I’m in a great place with my wife, our children, my friends, my family. Seek help, open up.”
Jared Padalecki is just the latest celebrity to speak out about his experience with mental health issues. More and more stars are opening up about their own personal battles in hopes of helping others dealing with similar situations.
