Perrie Edwards reveals extreme lengths she went to in bid to manage panic attacks

Little Mix’s Perrie Edwards has opened up about seeking support from therapists to help deal with her mental health, after candidly speaking about panick attacks and anxiety

Perrie Edwards has spoken about her experience with therapists(Image: Getty Images)

Singer-songwriter Perrie Edwards has opened up about seeking support from therapists to help her deal with panic attacks. The Little Mix member spoke about her experience amid the news that she has taken on a new role.

Perrie, 31, has spoken candidly about experiencing anxiety and panic attacks, with her having raised awareness around mental health over the years. The BRIT Award winner has also previously discussed her experience with agoraphobia.

The X Factor winner has previously revealed that she “never” on her own due to her fear of having a fatal panic attack. She’s shared that her symptoms of panic attacks include eyesight issues and eventually difficulty breathing.

She has now spoken further about her experience, including sharing her thoughts on therapy. Perrie’s latest comments come amid the news that that she is now a celebrity ambassador for the mental health charity Mind.

Perrie Edwards in a black and white outfit on a red carpet in 2022.
Perrie Edwards has spoken about her experience with panic attacks and anxiety(Image: Getty Images)

Whilst speaking to Metro over the news, Perrie gave an update on her own mental health. She told the outlet that she is “trying to be at peace” with her anxiety and its physical symptoms, rather than fearing potential panic attacks.

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She added that she has “tried everything,” sharing that she has tried “all different kinds” of therapy. Perrie then gave an insight into some of her experiences with therapists, including revealing that she has taken a therapist to work with her.

The singer shared with the outlet that therapists have tried to coach her on strategies for dealing with panic attacks in the past. She however suggested that “everything goes out the window” when she actually experiences one.

Perrie shared: “Last year, maybe in September, I started to take my therapist to work with me, which I know is a very privileged situation.” She added in the interview that she’s aware that many people don’t even have a therapist.

She said that she wanted to “make the most of it” though. Perrie explained that she decided to take her therapist to work with her each day and get them to coach her through any panic attack “there and then” in the moment itself.

Sharing her thoughts on the decision, Perrie told the outlet in the interview, which was published earlier today: “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.” She went on to add that she now wishes that she had done it sooner.

Perrie’s comments come just weeks after she was seen discussing her experience with panic attacks on the Alison Hammond’s Big Weekend. She was the guest for the first episode of the BBC show, which was released last month.

Speaking to host Alison Hammond, she said: “I’ve developed panic disorder, so it’s the fear of having a panic attack.” She explained that she developed that fear after she started suffering from “severe” panic attacks a few years ago.

Perrie shared: “So I was like if I’m on my own and I have a panic attack I might die and nobody will be here to help.” Providing an insight into the impact that has on her life, she went on to say: “So that’s why I’m never on my own.”

Later in the episode, she told Alison that her first panic attack occurred after she had an over-the-counter caffeine shot during a trip to Las Vegas with her bandmates from Little Mix some years ago. Perrie said: “I honestly thought I was having a heart attack from whatever was in [it].”

She recalled “pacing” around her room and having panic attacks, sharing that she ended up in hospital. Perrie added: “After that incident I just kept having them like again and again.” She suggested that the experience had been a “trigger” and said her anxiety was then “through the roof”.

Asked about the signs of a panic attack, she said: “My arms go limp. My legs go limp. And then my eyesight starts to go. And then I can’t see anything. And then my heart starts racing and then I just can’t breathe. And I just feel like I’m gonna die so I start freaking out.”

If you are struggling with mental health, you can speak to a trained advisor from Mind mental health charity on 0300 123 3393 or email info@mind.org.uk

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Perrie Edwards reveals extreme lengths she went to in bid to manage panic attacks

Little Mix’s Perrie Edwards has opened up about seeking support from therapists to help deal with her mental health, after candidly speaking about panick attacks and anxiety

Perrie Edwards has spoken about her experience with therapists(Image: Getty Images)

Singer-songwriter Perrie Edwards has opened up about seeking support from therapists to help her deal with panic attacks. The Little Mix member spoke about her experience amid the news that she has taken on a new role.

Perrie, 31, has spoken candidly about experiencing anxiety and panic attacks, with her having raised awareness around mental health over the years. The BRIT Award winner has also previously discussed her experience with agoraphobia.

The X Factor winner has previously revealed that she “never” on her own due to her fear of having a fatal panic attack. She’s shared that her symptoms of panic attacks include eyesight issues and eventually difficulty breathing.

She has now spoken further about her experience, including sharing her thoughts on therapy. Perrie’s latest comments come amid the news that that she is now a celebrity ambassador for the mental health charity Mind.

Perrie Edwards in a black and white outfit on a red carpet in 2022.
Perrie Edwards has spoken about her experience with panic attacks and anxiety(Image: Getty Images)

Whilst speaking to Metro over the news, Perrie gave an update on her own mental health. She told the outlet that she is “trying to be at peace” with her anxiety and its physical symptoms, rather than fearing potential panic attacks.

Article continues below

She added that she has “tried everything,” sharing that she has tried “all different kinds” of therapy. Perrie then gave an insight into some of her experiences with therapists, including revealing that she has taken a therapist to work with her.

The singer shared with the outlet that therapists have tried to coach her on strategies for dealing with panic attacks in the past. She however suggested that “everything goes out the window” when she actually experiences one.

Perrie shared: “Last year, maybe in September, I started to take my therapist to work with me, which I know is a very privileged situation.” She added in the interview that she’s aware that many people don’t even have a therapist.

She said that she wanted to “make the most of it” though. Perrie explained that she decided to take her therapist to work with her each day and get them to coach her through any panic attack “there and then” in the moment itself.

Sharing her thoughts on the decision, Perrie told the outlet in the interview, which was published earlier today: “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.” She went on to add that she now wishes that she had done it sooner.

Perrie’s comments come just weeks after she was seen discussing her experience with panic attacks on the Alison Hammond’s Big Weekend. She was the guest for the first episode of the BBC show, which was released last month.

Speaking to host Alison Hammond, she said: “I’ve developed panic disorder, so it’s the fear of having a panic attack.” She explained that she developed that fear after she started suffering from “severe” panic attacks a few years ago.

Perrie shared: “So I was like if I’m on my own and I have a panic attack I might die and nobody will be here to help.” Providing an insight into the impact that has on her life, she went on to say: “So that’s why I’m never on my own.”

Later in the episode, she told Alison that her first panic attack occurred after she had an over-the-counter caffeine shot during a trip to Las Vegas with her bandmates from Little Mix some years ago. Perrie said: “I honestly thought I was having a heart attack from whatever was in [it].”

She recalled “pacing” around her room and having panic attacks, sharing that she ended up in hospital. Perrie added: “After that incident I just kept having them like again and again.” She suggested that the experience had been a “trigger” and said her anxiety was then “through the roof”.

Asked about the signs of a panic attack, she said: “My arms go limp. My legs go limp. And then my eyesight starts to go. And then I can’t see anything. And then my heart starts racing and then I just can’t breathe. And I just feel like I’m gonna die so I start freaking out.”

If you are struggling with mental health, you can speak to a trained advisor from Mind mental health charity on 0300 123 3393 or email info@mind.org.uk

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Bella and Gigi Hadid’s mum calls off engagement after ex husband’s secret daughter reveal

Yolanda Hadid has reportedly called time on her six year relationship with Joseph Jingoli after previously gushing over him and revealing they secretly got engaged in 2022

Yolanda Hadid has reportedly ended her engagement(Image: WireImage)

Gigi and Bella Hadid’s mum has called off her engagement from long-term partner Joseph Jingoli. Yolanda Hadid, 61, and her now ex-fiance had been engaged for six years before deciding to end things.

The decision comes after it was revealed her ex-husband, Mohamed Hadid, had secret fathered another daughter. It was revealed the supermodel siblings also had a 23-year-old half-sister and had been getting to know her over the last two years.

The secret child, called Aydan, had been socialising with the family. Sisters Gigi, 30, and Bella, 28, went on to call her a “cherished”, “unexpected” and “beautiful addition to our family”.

Yolanda, Bella and Gigi Hadid
Yolanda, Bella and Gigi Hadid(Image: AFP/Getty Images)

Gigi and Bella’s parents, Yolanda and Mohamed had been married between 1994 and 2000. As well as their daughters, they also welcomed son Anwar, 25.

Following their relationship, Yolanda tied the knot again in 2011. She married music producer David Foster, but their time was also cut short, with the pair going the separate ways in 2017.

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Despite he latest relationship ending, she is said to have remained friends with Joseph. An insider told People the duo “remain friends and have nothing but fond memories of their time together”.

In 2020, she had gushed over the thought of tying the knot again. In a social media post marking their anniversary, she said at the time: “‘ All my life I prayed for someone like you! “!

She went on: “Thank you for being such a bright light in my life, the calm in my storm and for being the most honorable man that I know…. Happy 2 year anniversary Joey Jingoli, I love and appreciate you”.

Last summer, Yalonda – who has appeared on shows such as The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills – confessed Joseph popped the question to her in 2022. After keeping the proposal under wraps, she finally admitted Joseph asked for her hand in marriage during a loved-up trip to Holland.

The pair had met in 2017 when Yolanda moved to Pennsylvania. The proposal was let slip during an unexpected interview with Architectural Digest who referred to her now ex as her long-term “fiancé”.

She often featured her daughters Bella and Gigi in episodes of the Real Housewives and in an interview with Vogue, Bella revealed that she felt pressured to alter her appearance due to the early onset of fame and living in her sister’s shadow.

Bella, who transitioned from reality TV to modelling, confessed that she had a nose job when she was just 14 and now regrets the decision.

The revelation led fans to criticised Yolanda, accusing her of failing as a parent.

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Bella and Gigi Hadid’s mum calls off engagement after ex husband’s secret daughter reveal

Yolanda Hadid has reportedly called time on her six year relationship with Joseph Jingoli after previously gushing over him and revealing they secretly got engaged in 2022

Yolanda Hadid has reportedly ended her engagement(Image: WireImage)

Gigi and Bella Hadid’s mum has called off her engagement from long-term partner Joseph Jingoli. Yolanda Hadid, 61, and her now ex-fiance had been engaged for six years before deciding to end things.

The decision comes after it was revealed her ex-husband, Mohamed Hadid, had secret fathered another daughter. It was revealed the supermodel siblings also had a 23-year-old half-sister and had been getting to know her over the last two years.

The secret child, called Aydan, had been socialising with the family. Sisters Gigi, 30, and Bella, 28, went on to call her a “cherished,” “unexpected” and “beautiful addition to our family”.

Yolanda, Bella and Gigi Hadid
Yolanda, Bella and Gigi Hadid(Image: AFP/Getty Images)

Gigi and Bella’s parents, Yolanda and Mohamed had been married between 1994 and 2000. As well as their daughters, they also welcomed son Anwar, 25.

Following their relationship, Yolanda tied the knot again in 2011. She married music producer David Foster, but their time was also cut short, with the pair going the separate ways in 2017.

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Despite he latest relationship ending, she is said to have remained friends with Joseph. An insider told People the duo “remain friends and have nothing but fond memories of their time together”.

In 2020, she had gushed over the thought of tying the knot again. In a social media post marking their anniversary, she said at the time: “‘All my life I prayed for someone like you!!”

She went on: “Thank you for being such a bright light in my life, the calm in my storm and for being the most honorable man that I know….Happy 2 year anniversary Joey Jingoli, I love and appreciate you.”

Last summer, Yalonda – who has appeared on shows such as The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills – confessed Joseph popped the question to her in 2022. After keeping the proposal under wraps, she finally admitted Joseph asked for her hand in marriage during a loved-up trip to Holland.

The pair had met in 2017 when Yolanda moved to Pennsylvania. The proposal was let slip during an unexpected interview with Architectural Digest who referred to her now ex as her long-term “fiancé”.

She often featured her daughters Bella and Gigi in episodes of the Real Housewives and in an interview with Vogue, Bella revealed that she felt pressured to alter her appearance due to the early onset of fame and living in her sister’s shadow.

Bella, who transitioned from reality TV to modelling, confessed that she had a nose job when she was just 14 and now regrets the decision.

The revelation led fans to criticised Yolanda, accusing her of failing as a parent.

Like this story? For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads.

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Can you guess the location of each album cover?

David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust cover was shot as monochrome and vividly coloured afterwards but it’s of a real location can you guess the place and for the locations for seven other iconic album covers

David Bowie – The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars album cover but can you guess where it is? (Image: INTERNET)

Fans were stunned when American pop-rock band Haim featured a photo of themselves on Portland Street near Manchester’s Piccadilly Gardens on the front of their new single, Take Me Back.

They are far from the only band to put a UK street firmly on the uber-cool place map by using it on a record cover.

The Beatles did it, as did Oasis, The Clash, The Jam, The Streets and Madness – to name but a few – as this great gallery of album covers shows.

Now it’s time to put your musical and geographical knowledge to the test. Take a look at the album covers and the photographs and see if you can name that street!

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American pop-rock band Haim chose an ulikely backdrop for the cover of their latest single Take Me Back
American pop-rock band Haim chose an ulikely backdrop for the cover of their latest single Take Me Back(Image: INTERNET)
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1. Manchester’s Oasis went down south to film the cover of this iconic album, which celebrates its 20th anniversary. The setting was a popular location for record shops in the 1990s.

 This picture shows the same location featured on the album cover of 'What's the Story Morning Glory' by the British band Oasis
This picture shows the same location featured on the album cover of ‘What’s the Story Morning Glory’ by the British band Oasis (Image: Getty Images)

2. The Jam’s 1977 masterpiece This Is the Modern World shows Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler, lurking under an overpass. That same year The Clash refers to the same road in their song about a certain city burning.

The Jam - This Is The Modern World album cover
The Jam – This Is The Modern World album cover(Image: INTERNET)

3. And pigs might fly … according to Pink Floyd’s 1977 Animals album cover. But where is the landmark, that has recently had a very impressive facelift?

 Animals is the tenth studio album by the English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 21 January 1977
Animals is the tenth studio album by the English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 21 January 1977

4. David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust cover was shot as monochrome and vividly coloured afterwards. The K West sign that hung above a furrier in 1982 has now been removed, but it remains an iconic street for Bowie fans

5. In 1977, The Clash released their debut studio album with a cove true to the spirit of punk rock—in a bohemian area popular with rebels young and old and home to iconic music venues like The Roundhouse.

6. The Beatles made this zebra crossing famous worldwide when it was used on the cover of their1969 studio album. Fans still flock here to recreate the image, outside the recording home of the Merseyside beat. But where is it?

The Beatles' iconic 1969 cover
The Beatles’ iconic 1969 cover (Image: Daily Record)

7.Kendrick Lamar’s 2015 Pimp A Butterfly album cover was shot in atmospheric monochrome and features a large group of black men and children, plus a baby cradled by Lamar himself on this US lawn, belonging to possibly the world’s most famous house.

The Streets' Computers and Blues album cover
The Streets’ Computers and Blues album cover(Image: INTERNET)

8. English rapper Mike Skinner from The Streets chose this building in East Anglia for his 2011 Computer and Blues album after playing a student gig here.

Answers:

  1. What’s The Story Morning Glory, Berwick Street. Soho, London.
  2. The Westway, West London
  3. Battersea Power Station
  4. 23 Heddon Street, Soho, London,
  5. Alleyway directly opposite the band’s ‘ Rehearsal Rehearsals ‘ HQ in Camden Market, North London
  6. Abbey Road, near Abbey Road Studios, North West London
  7. The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D. C.
  8. Norfolk Terrace halls of residence at the University of East Anglia.
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Can you guess the location of each album cover?

David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust cover was shot as monochrome and vividly coloured afterwards but it’s of a real location can you guess the place and for the locations for seven other iconic album covers

David Bowie – The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars album cover but can you guess where it is? (Image: INTERNET)

Fans were stunned when American pop-rock band Haim featured a photo of themselves on Portland Street near Manchester’s Piccadilly Gardens on the front of their new single, Take Me Back.

They are far from the only band to put a UK street firmly on the uber-cool place map by using it on a record cover.

The Beatles did it, as did Oasis, The Clash, The Jam, The Streets and Madness – to name but a few – as this great gallery of album covers shows.

Now it’s time to put your musical and geographical knowledge to the test. Take a look at the album covers and the photographs and see if you can name that street!

READ MORE: I worked at Loaded in 90s: here’s every crazy thing BBC’s Lads, Mags and Mayhem left out

American pop-rock band Haim chose an ulikely backdrop for the cover of their latest single Take Me Back
American pop-rock band Haim chose an ulikely backdrop for the cover of their latest single Take Me Back(Image: INTERNET)
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1. Manchester’s Oasis went down south to film the cover of this iconic album, which celebrates its 20th anniversary. The setting was a popular location for record shops in the 1990s.

 This picture shows the same location featured on the album cover of 'What's the Story Morning Glory' by the British band Oasis
This picture shows the same location featured on the album cover of ‘What’s the Story Morning Glory’ by the British band Oasis (Image: Getty Images)

2. The Jam’s 1977 masterpiece This Is the Modern World shows Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler, lurking under an overpass. That same year The Clash refers to the same road in their song about a certain city burning.

The Jam - This Is The Modern World album cover
The Jam – This Is The Modern World album cover(Image: INTERNET)

3. And pigs might fly … according to Pink Floyd’s 1977 Animals album cover. But where is the landmark, that has recently had a very impressive facelift?

 Animals is the tenth studio album by the English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 21 January 1977
Animals is the tenth studio album by the English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 21 January 1977

4. David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust cover was shot as monochrome and vividly coloured afterwards. The K West sign that hung above a furrier in 1982 has now been removed, but it remains an iconic street for Bowie fans

5. In 1977, The Clash released their debut studio album with a cove true to the spirit of punk rock—in a bohemian area popular with rebels young and old and home to iconic music venues like The Roundhouse.

6. The Beatles made this zebra crossing famous worldwide when it was used on the cover of their1969 studio album. Fans still flock here to recreate the image, outside the recording home of the Merseyside beat. But where is it?

The Beatles' iconic 1969 cover
The Beatles’ iconic 1969 cover (Image: Daily Record)

7.Kendrick Lamar’s 2015 Pimp A Butterfly album cover was shot in atmospheric monochrome and features a large group of black men and children, plus a baby cradled by Lamar himself on this US lawn, belonging to possibly the world’s most famous house.

The Streets' Computers and Blues album cover
The Streets’ Computers and Blues album cover(Image: INTERNET)

8. English rapper Mike Skinner from The Streets chose this building in East Anglia for his 2011 Computer and Blues album after playing a student gig here.

Answers:

  1. What’s The Story Morning Glory, Berwick Street. Soho, London.
  2. The Westway, West London
  3. Battersea Power Station
  4. 23 Heddon Street, Soho, London,
  5. Alleyway directly opposite the band’s ‘ Rehearsal Rehearsals ‘ HQ in Camden Market, North London
  6. Abbey Road, near Abbey Road Studios, North West London
  7. The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D. C.
  8. Norfolk Terrace halls of residence at the University of East Anglia.
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