Mental Health is one of the most talked about a topic not only on social media but even in many parts of the world. It has been put on the spotlight after a few artists and even celebs have admitted that they have experienced it and it is no joke. Here are some celebs who made mental health their top priority – Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, Britney Spear, Kit Harrington, and Ronnie Ortiz-Magro.
Celebrities who made mental health a top priority recently
1. Justin Bieber
February 2019, Justin Bieber reportedly sought help regarding his mental health. It was confirmed through Elle that the young singer is depressed which was brought on by his fame considering he started at a very young age. Bieber has been spotted attending Hillsong Church and was seen with Pastor Carl Lentz. He was the one who has been giving him support as reports would say.
Justin’s “wife” Hailey Baldwin is very supportive. In 2018, Haper’s Bazaar reported that Bieber and Hailey were rumored to have tied the knot in a private civil wedding. They do plan on doing a big church wedding but recently, on May 28, the couple has postponed their supposed big wedding to focus on Justin’s health according to People. Since Bieber started prioritizing his mental health, he has been keeping his fans in the loop through his Instagram.
2. Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez is one of the celebrities who has talked about her struggles in battling depression and anxiety openly. This young singer has been in and out of the facility since 2016. Gomez said that her depression and anxiety was caused by the side effect of lupus and her relationship with Justin Bieber according to a report by Entertainment News. In October 2018, Gomez completed a two-week treatment program.
The singer now talks about her battle from her depression and anxiety. She even sang about it and released a single called “Anxiety” in January 2019.
3. Britney Spears
In April, the internet was bombarded with rumors that Britney Spears was being held against her will in a mental facility. The speculations caused so much commotion which even lead to a protest. Later on, Spears denied these allegations
A report by CNN says that Spears needed to take time for herself. It has been hard for her, especially that time when everything was getting out of control.
Britney decided to check herself into a facility because of the stress following her father’s life-threatening illness. On April 22, Spears left the facility and headed home together with her boyfriend Asghari.
Spears has quite a reputation when it comes to mental health issues which started during her breakdown in 2007.
4.Kit Harrington
After the massive ending of ‘Game of Thrones’ on May 19, one of the lead stars of the series Kit Harrington took the headlines once again. It was reported that Harrington checked himself into a treatment Facility due to “personal issues” according to Variety.
Reports say Harrington is now being taken cared of for his alcohol abuse and stress. The actor was said to have arrived at the facility weeks before the series’ finale has been aired. Harrington is having a break and is taking his time off from his busy schedule to address his personal issues.
5. Ronnie Ortiz-Magro
Earlier this year, the Jersey Shore star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro checked himself into a treatment facility in Florida. Magro said that he decided to take the opportunity to help himself to be a better person and father to his daughter.
Magro has been suffering from depression and abuses alcohol as a way to escape this. In February, Magro left the treatment facility and said that he is now in the state where he is happy and healthy.