9 Models On Mental Health & Self-Esteem In The Modelling Industry
Models. Fashion’s biggest eye-catching stars in the industry are at the forefront of campaigns, catwalks, showrooms etc. However, behind the glitz and glamour, it is often forgotten that they too are human beings who understandably struggle with their own mental health and self-esteem on top of the mounting pressure to succeed as a model in the industry. Some of the biggest models in the world sit down and open up about their own struggles with mental health and self-esteem.
To read more about our take on the importance of protecting the health and well-being of models, see below our past articles:
Remember, you are not alone and you can reach out to the following helplines for support:
United Kingdom -
Mind
Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)
Website: www.mind.org.uk
Samaritans
Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
America -
Mental Health America
Call 911
Go to the nearest emergency room, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center, or text MHA to 741741 at the Crisis Text Line.
Website: https://www.mhanational.org/
On Sunday 18th September, The Fashion Debates hosted an open panel discussion to further highlight the issues and raise awareness with the invited attendees ranging from fashion industry insiders, lawyers and fashion consumers.
The panel consisted of Rosie Nelson, Amy Williams, a renowned writer for Hello and ES Magazine, Laura Watts of Lennie’s Model Management and founder of The Fashion Debates Olivia Pinnock.