Tom Holland announces retirement from social media for mental health




Actor Tom Holland, who plays Spider-Man in Marvel movies, announced Saturday night (8/13) on his Instagram that he will step away from social networks to take care of his mental health.

“Hi guys, I’ve been trying to do this for an hour, and for someone who has spent the last 13, 14 years acting, I can’t say what I have to say without difficulty, so I’ll try again. I’ve taken a break from social media. media to take care of my mental health because I find Instagram and Twitter overwhelming, “Tom Holland said in a video.

“I feel trapped in a spiral when I read about myself online, and in the end it is very damaging to my mood. So I decided to step back and delete the app,” he added.

The post was also an initiative to advertise a charity for those who need to take care of their mental health. For this reason, he also stressed the importance of asking for help during depression.

“I know there is a terrible stigma on mental health. I know that seeking and asking for help is not something we should be ashamed of, but it is much easier said than done.”

In the comments, the actor received the support of several followers, including some famous ones, such as singer Justin Bieber.

The actor’s last film was the adventure “Uncharted”, which was released in theaters in February. He will later be seen in the miniseries “The Crowded Room” as Billy Millilgan, who was the first person to be acquitted of a crime due to multiple personality disorder (currently called Dissociative Identity Disorder). Apple TV + production doesn’t have a preview date yet.

Source: Terra