[Elliot]

https://www.dailystar.co.uk/tv/big-b...mpression=true

The free-spirited yoga-lover managed to avoid nomination this week after his housemates were asked to give positive nominations, choosing two people they wanted to stay in the house.

And despite being one of the show’s more "marmite" contestants, as it were, Lewis Flanagan received two positive noms, meaning he’s looking more and more likely the favourite to win.

However, concern is quickly growing among fans over the state of the bartender’s health.

The hunky contestant has been displaying some rather erratic behaviour in recent weeks as he struggles to deal with life inside the house.

In between numerous rants and tears in the diary room, there was also that awkward breakdown in the bathtub.

And let’s not forget multiple arguments with pretty much all of his housemates.

But Tuesday night’s show saw Lewis show off his perhaps jealous and insecure side, furthermore as he revealed he wasn’t too happy about best pal Cameron getting close to Akeem.

And after bringing up the subject with Cameron in the kitchen, viewers at home were quick to express their concern over Lewis’s mental health.

One user wrote: “He shouldn't have gone in if he has all those issues, he needs help.”

Another user agreed, tweeting: “I’m starting to really worry about Lewis now! He clearly has severe anxiety and even his 'best friend' is using it against him! @bbuk if housemates wellbeing comes first, why are you letting him get like this without trying to help him? It's triggering #BBUK.”

While a third viewer chimed: “You can be surrounded by people but if you feel no-one understands, it can make you feel alone. Anxiety is very hard to control if things around seem to back it up can fuel it even more. Lewis felt that Cameron was different. He’s not dumb, so naturally he is upset. Cameron was his bestie in the house, he’s hurt because he’s human.”

And a final person tweeted: “Feel quite uncomfortable watching #bbuk⁠ ⁠the last few days. Lewis clearly has issues with anxiety among other things. Comments and lack of understanding from those inside and outside the house are awful to hear #bbuklewisf @bbuk @iamlewisdean."

Although, not everyone was quite so concerned, with some viewers insinuating that Lewis might be playing up to the cameras.

One user tweeted: “Lewis always suffers from ‘anxiety’ and ‘paranoia’ when 1/ he wants to be a headline on the show (which is at least every 15 minutes) 2/ doesn’t get his own way 3/ gets nominated 4/ doesn’t get nominated 5/ when someone tells him how much of a d*** he is. Funny that!”

While a final person didn’t hold back, writing: “Public, do not let this hateful guy win!”

Big Brother continues tomorrow at 10pm on Channel 5.

Big brother exploiting the mentally ill for entertainment nothing new

[Vanessa]

He will be fine. I think Lewis is stronger than we think.

[arista]

Originally Posted by Vanessa

He will be fine. I think Lewis is stronger than we think.

Yes we only get 50mins
so we do not know how he really is

[Liam-]

I don’t think he’s exactly ready for a white jacket or anything but he quite clearly suffers with anxiety a lot and it probably isn’t the best place for him, but if he’s happy to still be in there then that’s his choice, I do think his anxiety isn’t helped when he’s surrounded by people who aren’t very understanding or tolerant of his anxiety issues, I mean, Sian openly mocked him during the China task when he was having one of his moments, but yet even though he didn’t get on with her, Lewis was the only one t comfort and try to help Kay when she was having an axious moment, it can’t be an easy place to live when you have those sorts of issues.

[jaxie]

I think he's nuts and probably needs help for the paranoia which is extreme.

[Jules82]

He is on a self awareness course, no matter what though he has them but he also gets over them with his non commitment to fall in with the others. They each in turn have something to worry about but they are more afraid of showing it to each other because of noms. They are afraid of public criticism whereas with Lewis what you see is what you get, like it or not. He takes himself to task to much but then uses it to annoy the others as though he doesnt deserve to be part and parcel. There is also nothing in there to stimulate his beliefs and awareness, he has come down to earth so to speak and is dealing with it in his own way. Good piece though.

[rusticgal]

He obviously has issues...it keeps getting referred to by Cameron and even Emma 'what he has been through'..so there is more than meets the eye.

The win will do him good..

[Vanessa]

When things get too much he just walks away. I like that.

[Jules82]

Originally Posted by jaxie

I think he's nuts and probably needs help for the paranoia which is extreme.

I love nuts they are good for you I guess we all need help in some way but at the end of the day it is only ourselves who can put something right. He, along with the others, will learn whether it takes days, months or years at the moment he has a lot of support and I wouldnt think it a good move for him to leave after everyone has supported him. Not much longer, thank goodness. He isnt going to alter now though, it is to late in the show.

To help someone is also a way of helping ourselves, he hasnt got that anymore.

[Elliot]

Originally Posted by rusticgal

He obviously has issues...it keeps getting referred to by Cameron and even Emma 'what he has been through'..so there is more than meets the eye.

The win will do him good..

If he is a deeply troubled person, do you not think the win will do him bad? It’ll be conformation bias for him and will only send him on a downward spiral

[Jules82]

Originally Posted by Vanessa

When things get too much he just walks away. I like that.

Yes, that is good, he knows he has to calm down. Others in there cant see it they just want to fight it out....

Past and present HMs.

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by Jules82

Yes, that is good, he knows he has to calm down. Others in there cant see it they just want to fight it out....

Past and present HMs.

I think Lewis is doing so well, considering he has anxiety and paranoia. He has a very analytical mind and i like that. He does over think too much, but he can't help that.

[Jules82]

Originally Posted by Elliot

If he is a deeply troubled person, do you not think the win will do him bad? It’ll be conformation bias for him and will only send him on a downward spiral

It really depends on what he would spend the money on. He has a mother whom I would think he adores, his question would most likely have been "how are my family". Whatever he does will be his responsibility, it may take him away from his beliefs for a while but then, he may return stronger than before because we all know that whilst we need it, money isnt always the answer. Time will tell and we will be far away by then

[Vanessa]

India was right on Bots when she said Lewis is someone whose mind is always running. His brain is always thinking, he can't switch off.
I'm the same, my mind is always running.

[pontyboi]

Originally Posted by jaxie

I think he's nuts and probably needs help for the paranoia which is extreme.

A person who is "nuts" doesn't acknowledge they are "nuts".

He has openly stated from day one he is paranoid, anxious and suffers with mental health issues. he is fully aware of that and has addressed it through out the show.

People saying he needs to be removed from the house are actually being ignorant to mental health issues and need to get down from their high horse and get educated on the issues. Its like saying someone suffering from anxiety and paranoia cant do the same things as "normal people".

He hasn't just changed over night as "the house is getting to much for him" as the Daily ****e writes. He was worse in week 1 when he was freaking out over Anamelia he has climatized to the house and though he is still over the top he is far from "Nuts".

[Kazanne]

Originally Posted by Liam-

I don’t think he’s exactly ready for a white jacket or anything but he quite clearly suffers with anxiety a lot and it probably isn’t the best place for him, but if he’s happy to still be in there then that’s his choice, I do think his anxiety isn’t helped when he’s surrounded by people who aren’t very understanding or tolerant of his anxiety issues, I mean, Sian openly mocked him during the China task when he was having one of his moments, but yet even though he didn’t get on with her, Lewis was the only one t comfort and try to help Kay when she was having an axious moment, it can’t be an easy place to live when you have those sorts of issues.

Yes people forget, for all his faults he has a heart of gold. I am sure if he was aware he had upset someone he would be more than eager to console them , I like that Lewis shows us warts and all , please or offend , he does not suck up to anyone, I think most of us moan about people ,I know I do ,but can still stay on good terms with them, I understand how he is with Sian, as she has never had a good word to say about him.Not sure I would go as far as saying he is mentally ill.

[Cal.]

He reminds me a lot of my sister who suffers with extreme anxiety.

Things such as panicking over how much sleep he’s going to get, being reactive to other people’s noise and counting the amount of sexual references made in a day/week is very similar to behaviour my sister exhibits.

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by Cal.

He reminds me a lot of my sister who suffers with extreme anxiety.

Things such as panicking over how much sleep he’s going to get, being reactive to other people’s noise and counting the amount of sexual references made in a day/week is very similar to behaviour my sister exhibits.

Yes, he has severe anxiety. But i think he's coping well so far.

[chuff me dizzy]

If its in the Star it must be true .≥.. Move on ,nothing to see here

[pontyboi]

Originally Posted by Cal.

He reminds me a lot of my sister who suffers with extreme anxiety.

Things such as panicking over how much sleep he’s going to get, being reactive to other people’s noise and counting the amount of sexual references made in a day/week is very similar to behaviour my sister exhibits.

Would you be against your sister participating in a show like BB or taking up another good opportunity that other people may get who don't have this condition?

Just wondering what people think who actually have experience from it.

I have some of the same traits as Lewis to, anxiety, over thinking and the whole sleep thing which is a nightmare because sleep depravation makes all of the above 10 times worse.

I would find BB hard but as a mental challenge but would definitely jump at the chance if I was asked to enter the house.

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by pontyboi

Would you be against your sister to participate in a show like BB or any other good opportunity that other people who don't have this condition get?

Just wondering what people think who actually have experience from it.

I have some of the same traits as Lewis to, anxiety, over thinking and the whole sleep thing which is a nightmare because sleep depravation makes all of the above 10 times worse.

I would find BB hard but as a metal challenge but would definitely jump at the chance if I was asked to enter the house.

Same, i also over think too much, same as Lewis. I relate to him so much in some things.

[Withano]

He’s fine, we’re just not used to seeing a straight-male-drama-queen.

[bitontheslide]

All i can say is in normal life, if his paranoia is allowed to go off without limits, he must be considered a danger to himself/the general public. I don't make that statement lightly either as he will be holding it in check for the cameras.

I've said all along that I think this goes beyond what I consider entertainment, its a form of exploitation.

[susie q]

Originally Posted by Withano

He’s fine, we’re just not used to seeing a straight-male-drama-queen.

Got hand to him, there arent many people who can see through him.
My sister in law, a trained pyschiatric nurse says he does have some mild symptoms of paranoia, but thinks that he does exaggerate them to gain attention, and get away with dreadful behaviour towards others. On that note he is probably doing a great disservice to other sufferers of various pyschiatric conditions. Him winning a large sum of money, would be condoning his negative behaviour.

[poppsywoppsy]

This article is from the Daily Star.

A sensationalized article from a rag no one takes seriously unless it knocks Lewis.

One does wonder about the paranoia going on about him which is just as disturbing as anything he has shown.

The stuff that has been thrown at him, perhaps those doing it should read their own words and wonder about their own accusations and why.

He has told of his conditions, given reasons why and still he is slated all over the place. Keep hitting at him, he will go under and who are the ones to blame?