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Former Liverpool star Jason McAteer has opened up about his struggles with mental health after he retired from football

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Jason McAteer reveals his struggles with mental health after the withdrawal of football, including suicidal thoughts and the need for support for athletes.

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Ex-Liverpool Star Breaks Down Following Suicide Admission

Former Liverpool midfielder, Jason McAteer found it difficult to contain his tears when he talked about his mental health issues following his retirement from football. The ex-Sunderland star, who retired in 2007 after playing for Tranmere Rovers, talked about the challenges he faced after his career came to an end. As he tried to adapt to a life that was not focused on playing football, McAteer battled sadness and suicidal thoughts. According t…

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Jason McAteer in tears as he bravely talks mental health struggles and suicidal thoughts

Jason McAteer was in tears as he bravely talks about his mental health struggles and suicidal thoughts following retirement from football. In a candid discussion, the 53-year-old broke down in tears as he described the profound challenges he faced adjusting to life after football. McAteer revealed that the end of his career left him grappling with depression, saying he he ‘had no purpose’ and was close to ending it. There was a period he found p…