Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson reveals secret battle with depression after mother's suicide attempt

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has urged people to speak out about depression and said: "you're not alone".

The Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle actor has thanked his fans for the response to a recent interview in which he opened up about his own battle with mental health after his mother attempted suicide, and he has told men, in particular, to not be afraid to talk about certain issues.

Taking to Twitter, he wrote: "Got tons of responses to this. Thank you. We all go thru the sludge/s**t and depression never discriminates.

"Took me a long time to realize it but the key is to not be afraid to open up. Especially us dudes have a tendency to keep it in. You’re not alone."

It comes after the former WWE champion, 45, spoke candidly about witnessing his mother Ata Johnson's suicide attempt when he was 15, and his own struggles with depression.

Speaking to The Express, he said: "Struggle and pain is real. I was devastated and depressed. I reached a point where I didn't want to do a thing or go anywhere. I was crying constantly."

Years after witnessing his mother Ata attempt suicide when they were evicted from their flat, Dwayne saw his dream of becoming a professional footballer destroyed following numerous injuries.

The wrestler-turned-Hollywood star added that while he and his mum have "healed" after their own battles, it's vital that people know they have places to turn for help.

He added: "We both healed but we've always got to do our best to pay attention when other people are in pain.

"We have to help them through it and remind them they are not alone."

Where to get help

• Lifeline: 0800 543 354 (available 24/7)
• Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)
• Need to Talk: Text 1737 or call 0800 1737 1737
• Youthline: 0800 376 633
• Kidsline: 0800 543 754 (available 24/7)
• Whatsup: 0800 942 8787 (1pm to 11pm)
• Depression helpline: 0800 111 757 (available 24/7)
• Rainbow Youth: (09) 376 4155
• Samaritans 0800 726 666
• If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.

- Bang Showbiz, additional reporting by the Daily Mail.