Friday, 11 August 2017

Thank you, Justin Bieber. Your honesty about mental health benefits all of us

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Justin Bieber made news last week for canceling the remainder of his world tour so he could heal his “mind, heart, and soul.” The media and some celebrities have portrayed the announcement as a disappointment to his fans. But by opening up about his struggles and his choice to step back from the spotlight, the singer can inspire more honest and accepting discussions about mental health issues and coping strategies among his fans.
This isn’t the first time that Bieber has opened up about mental health issues. He described to GQ last year that trouble sleeping led him to take Adderall, a stimulant, to concentrate on the daily demands of his work. For musicians, touring can be psychologically demanding. Bieber is not the first to disclose these challenges and take a break.
That’s what Sinead O’Connor aimed to accomplish last week in a tearful Facebook post, in which she opened up about her mental illnesses. “The stigma doesn’t give a sh*t who you are … I’m one of millions,” she said.
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 https://www.statnews.com/2017/08/09/mental-health-justin-bieber-celebrities/


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