Discussions surrounding mental health have recently picked up after the COVID-19 pandemic, which not only physically affected people, but also took a mental toll on many. This resulted in many people opening up about their experience and their struggle. It's true that the pandemic pushed many into depression and anxiety because of the circumstances that it resulted in.
Now, mental health is being given the due recognition that it should have received ages ago. Thanks to social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, celebrities are talking about their experiences. This inspires other people to talk about their problems or prepares them to reach out for the help they need.
While many may argue that celebrities live in a "privilege bubble" that excludes them from speaking about something they are passionate about, these people forget that mental health problems do not discriminate and anyone can be a victim. This is why celebrities advocating for mental health are playing their role in raising awareness. With that being said, here are some of them.
1. Justin Bieber
Bieber, who came onto the fame scene at an extremely young age, revealed details about his struggle with addiction and mental health issues in his YouTube docuseries named 'Seasons.' His drug addiction led him to be so dependent on prohibited substances that he began to use stronger substances as well, including hallucinogenic mushrooms or MDMA.
However, Bieber got his life back after he reached out for help and got treatment for his underlying mental health issues. Now, he actively speaks about mental health and has engaged in many philanthropic endeavors to support and create awareness for mental health.
2. Simone Biles
Biles is no stranger to fame after being one of the youngest and the most awarded gymnasts in history. Despite being an Olympic star and subjected to strict rules and regulations, Biles has opened up about her mental health struggles. She revealed that she takes medication for her anxiety and goes to therapy to cope.
Simone started realizing the gravity of the situation after testifying against Larry Nassar, who sexually assaulted multiple female Olympians. She, being a victim, was at an increased risk of developing PTSD, which led her to seek help.
3. Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato has often made headlines for being rushed to the hospital for an alleged drug overdose. Lovato has long struggled with substance abuse and opened up about the difficulty that she has faced trying to get her addiction under control. The actress and singer have also been in and out of rehab to the point she even jokes about it.
But despite all the struggles that Lovato has been through, the 29-year-old continues to advocate for mental health, even starting a Mental Health Fund which provided people with free counseling during the pandemic.
Mental health is important, and it's about time we should consider it.