Olivia Buckland has revealed that Love Island bosses offered her “psychological tests” and “counselling”, after she left the villa back in 2016.
Following the sudden death of Love Island star Mike Thalassitis, fans slammed the people behind the show for not offering enough support to contestants after they leave the villa.
However, former contestant Olivia has insisted that the producers offered plenty of support to her and her now-husband Alex Bowen.
She told MailOnline: “I was in constant contact with the producers for a very long time. I got offered psychological tests when I got out. I got offered counselling when I got out. I got a list of agencies.”
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She continued: “Honestly, they really did look after me, and Alex. They always checked in with us, and I’m still good friends with them now. They checked in with me about the wedding.”
The 25-year-old, who has previously opened up about her struggle with anxiety and depression, explained, “In my personal opinion, in my experience, I can’t say that there is anymore that could have been done for me. But, I did come out with Alex next to me, so that was also a massive support.”
“In any situation regarding mental health, I don’t think there’s any single person to blame, there’s always just gonna be more needed in terms of help.”
“It’s becoming more of a popular thing to talk about. the more you talk about it, the more blame is likely to be passed.”
“Love Island is there for you if you need them. The people who run the show are there if you need them. If you wanna ask a question they’ll be more than happy to answer,” she said, before insisting “no one’s responsible”.
