Game of Thrones Star Kit Harington Breaks Silence on Mental Health Battle

In January 2025, actor Kit Harington—best known for playing Jon Snow in Game of Thrones—shared that he continues to navigate life with ADHD, anxiety, and alcohol recovery. His openness is encouraging many to view mental health as part of ongoing life care.

Harington revealed that he received an ADHD diagnosis in rehab in 2019. He said his mind “wants to go to every other thing in the room at once.” He added the diagnosis helped explain lifelong challenges with focus and restlessness.

He described how his ADHD symptoms contributed to his struggle with alcohol and anxiety after Game of Thrones. Harington entered a Connecticut rehab before the series finale. There, he found a structured treatment path that included therapy, meditation, and cognitive strategies.

Since rehab, he has stayed sober and become more involved with mental health. He told GQ, “Before getting sober, I hated myself. Now I’m proud of maintaining sobriety”.

Harington also discussed his anxiety and occasional panic. He said top-tier auditions and fame triggered trauma-like flashbacks and fatigue. These episodes once left him feeling frozen and overwhelmed.

To manage his ADHD and anxiety, he uses daily routines, breathing techniques, journaling, and support from his wife, Rose Leslie. He shared that a simple prompt—“go take a shower”—from her helps him reset when anxiety hits.

Today, Harington enjoys a stable family life with two young children. He said sobriety let him “be more present” for his kids and life. He also returned to acting, including a role in HBO’s Industry, where he views work as purposeful and therapeutic.

Mental health advocates praise his openness. Experts say his story highlights the need to see ADHD and anxiety as lifelong conditions that require ongoing care—even after rehab or treatment.

Harington added he expects both good days and setbacks ahead, but he believes talking helps avoid relapse. “I might have one massive, messy relapse,” he said. “But I protect myself by being open about it”.

His message to others: you are not broken and recovery isn’t linear. With help, routines, and honest conversation, mood shifts and focus struggles are manageable.

Kit Harington’s journey shows:

• ADHD can remain undiagnosed into adulthood
• Anxiety and addiction may arise from untreated neurodivergence
• Rehab, therapy, and support systems can enable lasting recovery
• Open dialogue protects against relapse and stigma

Fans responded with support. Many said his message gave relief. Fellow actors praised him for normalizing mental health care.

As of early 2025, Kit Harington remains sober, engaged with family, and active in his career. He continues to speak publicly and help others feel less alone in their mental health journeys.