‘I’m trying my best’: Robert Pattinson reveals why a therapist once thought he was on drugs

TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains references to alcohol and drug addiction.Those who are well-versed in his quirk and wit know that Robert Pattinson has a knack for turning awkward moments into really good stories. In a recent chat, along with Zendaya, he shared a story that’s both funny and a little bit revealing. Read on to know more.Apparently, during a therapy session, Robert Pattinson's therapist actually stopped him and asked if he was on drugs. All because they couldn’t follow what he was saying. During a conversation with Interview Magazine, Pattionson shared: "I went to therapy once, and the therapist asked me if I was on drugs because they couldn’t understand what I was talking about," adding, "I was like, 'I'm trying my best.'"Pattinson clarified that he didn’t share this to make fun of himself, but it was more about how his mind works: he tends to go off on tangents, gets a bit abstract, and sometimes people just don’t get him.On the work front, Robert Pattinson is currently gearing up for ‘The Drama’, with Zendaya. It’s a romantic comedy-drama directed by Kristoffer Borgli, where Pattinson plays Charlie, a museum director from London, and Zendaya plays Emma, a bookstore employee. Their characters are a couple about to get married, but their engagement party takes a wild turn. The film is slated to release in the US on April 3, 2026.Watch the trailer of 'The Drama' here:After ‘The Drama’, Pattinson’s got plenty more lined up: he’s starring in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’, which comes out in July 2026. He’s also returning to the world of ‘Dune’ for Part Three, once again sharing the screen with Zendaya.DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol or substance abuse, please seek help from available helplines or support organizations.