Category: Television and Mental Health

Phil Mitchell’s Groundbreaking Mental Health Journey Transforms EastEnders

24 December 2025

Why Phil Mitchell’s Story Matters Now Phil Mitchell, one of Britain’s most iconic soap characters, has undergone a profound transformation in 2025 that resonates far beyond Albert Square. EastEnders is airing a storyline where Phil Mitchell experiences depression with psychotic symptoms, with input from Rethink Mental Illness and other charities. This groundbreaking narrative challenges decades […]