Famous People with Bipolar Disorder Who Challenge Their Negative Thought Patterns Every Day
Many high-profile celebrities have been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, which was formerly known as manic depression. More than 5.7 million adult Americans, or about 2.6% of the US population, age 18 and older have been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Bipolar Disorder has varying levels of severity, and in critical cases, there is a high risk of suicide and self-harm. This is a kind of mental illness that does not discriminate based on money, fame, or privilege. Despite all the success and esteem, many celebrities suffer from bipolar disorder. Here’s a look on some of the most famous celebrities diagnosed as bipolar. Many of them have gone on to become advocates of mental health. Demi Lovato Demi Lovato was diagnosed with bipolar symptoms when she entered a rehab at the age of 22. Her take on bipolar diagnosis: “I felt relieved when I found out. Like I'm not completely crazy; there's a medical reason for all of it....