AJ Lee discusses mental health in first year back with WWE
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 5:41 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026

AJ Lee returned to WWE last September after a 10-year absence and has addressed the challenges related to her mental health during this transition. In a recent podcast, she shared that being back in the spotlight has tested her ability to manage anxiety and stress. Lee emphasized the importance of her routine, which includes therapy and medication, in maintaining her well-being amid the pressure of public attention. After losing the Women's IC title to Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 42, she has not appeared on television since and will take time off following her participation in a WarGames match at Survivor Series. The timeline for her return remains unclear.
- •AJ Lee returned to WWE after a decade away in September 2025.
- •She became Women's IC Champion by defeating Becky Lynch at Elimination Chamber.
- •Lee lost the IC title at WrestleMania 42 and has not appeared on TV since.
- •She emphasizes the importance of therapy and medication for her mental health.
- •Lee's future appearance in WWE remains undetermined.
- 5:41 PMWrestling Inc — AJ Lee Says First Year Back With WWE Is A 'Test' For Her Mental Health
"AJ Lee returned to WWE last year following a 10-year hiatus. On a recent podcast, she spoke about how being back in the spotlight tested her mental health.
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