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Aimee Lou Wood Shares Mental Health Journey Through Film

11/6/2025

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Aimee Lou Wood, the actor known for HBO's The White Lotus, discusses her mental health journey, including ADHD and body dysmorphia.
She says acting has served as a therapeutic outlet, especially during The White Lotus's immersive filming in Thailand.
Her project Film Club, co-created with Ralph Davis, reflects these experiences as she aims to transition into writing, with Anxious People and the second season of Daddy Issues on BBC iPlayer.

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Story summary

Aimee Lou Wood, the actor known for HBO's The White Lotus, discusses her mental health journey, including ADHD and body dysmorphia.
She says acting has served as a therapeutic outlet, especially during The White Lotus's immersive filming in Thailand.
Her project Film Club, co-created with Ralph Davis, reflects these experiences as she aims to transition into writing, with Anxious People and the second season of Daddy Issues on BBC iPlayer.