Selena Gomez opens up about battle with bipolar disorder | Nightline

[@evelynneleven]

She has accessible therapy, books & endless help. I’m glad she’s using her wealth to better herself. Not a lot of people have these types of opportunities.

[@KanChiateyallsfavsup]

yes thankfully she’s trying to break the stigma around mental health problems and wants all schools to have a class about that

[@fernandavolkweis621]

She also has a fund called “Rare Impact Fund” where she raises money for mental health related causes. She wants to bring the access that she has to other people.

[@evelynneleven]

@@fernandavolkweis621 I just looked it up. She donates 1% of all sales from her makeup brand Rare beauty to her rare impact fund. The rare impact fund is managed by the Hopewell Fund,this-a fiscally sponsored project is not a charity. they do not file public tax returns… interesting! I found some really interesting things about the hopewell funds… they help all kinds of celebrities & the NFL but no one really knows where the money is going. From the articles I was reading

[@evelynneleven]

@@KanChiateyallsfavsup definitely, I’m a healthcare worker now & I am all for that. I advocate daily in my job & everyday life for those with mental health issues. Our world would be so different if people took care of their mental health starting at a young age like middle school/HS Gen X grew up with a horrible stigma around mental health. Let’s make the change!

[@animallover3904]

she has earned it all

[@KarenFoo]

As someone with ptsd, i'm inspired that celebs like her opens up like this to bring more awareness towards mental health

[@SamsungBitch2005]

No one cares

[@BlackJacketJones]

It’s so cool that you have a super common mental Illness and so does Selena Gomez. Does it make you feel like maybe you could be famous like her too?

[@KarenFoo]

@Lil Meggy what's real here is no one cares about you 😪😪 i feel sorry for you. get some help

[@ogeorgev]

We do! We care. ❤

[@yvonneplant9434]

@@SamsungBitch2005 No one cares about your pathetic life either. When you die most people will not care.

[@jojobrew4798]

It's gotta be so hard being in the spotlight all the time, I've always admired Selina, she is beautiful, talented, strong, & real.

[@adrianaevseev7655]

❤

[@Upper-cr1kh]

Yeah let's feel pity for Rich actresses who are in the spotlight all the time 🤣

[@alejandraponce6214]

@@Upper-cr1kh you’re so rude and obviously jealous …. It’s actually disgusting

[@Missmagazinebura]

@@Upper-cr1kh you’re not Selena so you don’t know what she’s going through

[@Upper-cr1kh]

@@Missmagazinebura I know that poor Rich actress who probably flew home in her private jet after the interview 🤣 she's so courageous I don't know how she does it everyday 😂 you guys are groveling over elitists

[@BostonAmy]

This poor girl has been through hell, medically and mentally. She's brave and strong and kind

[@wenewenee3853]

I have ADHD Hyperactive and Bipolar symptoms, it’s kinda struggle to stay alive. I admire her to be brave open up about her mental health

[@Justmaomelo]

I've struggled with anxiety since I was 6 years old, Ang it's so difficult some times. I hope you were good❤❤❤

[@littledisaster2536]

I've been diagnosed with ADHD and Bipolar II recently. It's hard for me to determine where the one ends and the other starts Like Am I hyperactive because of ADHD, or is it the symptom of hypomania starting? Who knows, who knows... Sometimes I realise that it's a miracle that I've survived for so many years without any kind of help and care So, we're going to stand tall. Aren't we?🙃

[@Goatfer]

​@@littledisaster2536 literally just realized this this weekend after not sleeping for 60 hours... maybe it's MORE that just my ADHD hyperfocus...

[@nycto16]

I'm diagnosed with anxiety neurosis, stress plus I've PTSD and Bipolar disorder.

[@littledisaster2536]

@@Goatfer I think you'd better go and talk with your doctor. 60 hours is waaaay too long and it's kinda disturbing Wish you well!

[@whothehelliscarlos7874]

As someone who suffers with anxiety and depression I love how open she's always been to her fans about herself and her mental health

[@ashleymarks3726]

I'm bpd, ptsd, severe anxiety, and sometimes mildly paranoid. I love her honesty, and it feels genuine, unlike Demi. please don't come for me, I use to admire Demi a lot, but something doesn't sit right with me about her. Selena is kind, talented, funny, loving, genuine. I adore her courage so much. talking about your mental health struggles is difficult for anyone, I can't imagine how scary it must have been for her to open herself up like this and have people all across the world watching. but I'm glad that she did.

[@12567NoYouCannot]

The Key Word here is SELF, that's ALL it matters to Selena Gomez; her SELF.

[@12567NoYouCannot]

@proudgoyim631 Exactly; these "Celebs" are ALL the Same; they use people's misfortunes to Profit from them.

[@roshanmathew9443]

Don't worry just avoid sugar oil Nd salt

[@426F6F]

A lot of people give in to hiding their illness by using substances. It's admirable and incredibly wholesome that she's using the resources available, not only to help better herself but also so that she can try to make a positive impact on other's lives. These are the celebrities who deserve to be represented as role models to people. They are real people who share their real struggles in life and the importance of taking care of yourself. The people who glamorize their lives and act like everything is perfect all the time aren't relatable and actually do more harm than good to people who look up to them.

[@gregoryberry]

Selena continually uses her massive platform to do positive things for the world despite going through disastrous and huge challenges along the way. Love you sel❤

[@Upper-cr1kh]

Name one. The rich actress is on TV looking for pity because she suffers from bipolar 🤣 while she flies home in her private jet to her mansion

[@Upper-cr1kh]

@@gregoryberry someone's triggered because I don't show pity to a rich famous actress 🤣 I don't know how Selena Gomez does it everyday, she's so courageous 🤣😂

[@Upper-cr1kh]

@@gregoryberrydo you always delete your triggered emotional outburst right away 🤣 that poor Rich actress I feel so sorry for her 🤣

[@Missmagazinebura]

@@Upper-cr1kh being negative

[@Upper-cr1kh]

@@Missmagazinebura I know my apologies I should feel pity for the rich famous person 😂

[@BiPolarClay]

I was diagnosed with Bi-Polar at 15 and I am 38 now. The best thing I ever did for myself was learn about what that meant. The more I learned, the easier it became to live with it. Very happy that Selena is sharing her story. This literally made me cry this morning. SO proud of her! It's a rollercoaster, anyone who suffers from it will know. It's bitter baby and it's very sweet. Holy rollercoaster, but I'm on my feet. ~ Red Hot Chili Peppers | Soul to Squeeze.

[@amandasmith9398]

😔💜🙏

[@elumix2430]

Sorry but i don't like her, I don't beleive in her word... She is hypocrit. Sorry fans of her but i don't trust her.

[@newsing33]

I told my psychiatrist, if I could stay in the happy manic times forever, I would have the happiest life, but the drop always comes, and I dread that, because it's hell on Earth trying to get through it.

[@JustMomHere]

Yes❤

[@s.7948]

@Clayton how did you get diagnosed at 15? What were your symptoms? I have a 21 year old who has had 2 mental breakdowns and has autism but not a diagnosis yet

[@lujain6442]

What a strong, brave, beautiful woman. I’ve loved her since I was a little kid and still loves her. She inspires me since I’m too struggling with my mental health

[@12567NoYouCannot]

Really?? ha, ha, ha, She's a Good Actress, nothing more, kzbin.info/www/bejne/haS6gGCdr8uJas0

[@caillou551]

@@12567NoYouCannot No, she's nice and cute. You feel so close to her right now; it's a force field! Her love falls down on you, surrounds you like a waterfall!

[@calvinmccoy]

@Cyber Beauty oh please fill me in, u seem to know more than what she shows almost like you know her

[@charnjitsingh3365]

What is happening here

[@JoseHernandez-ql8vw]

lmao you don't even know her

[@alicec.6195]

Bipolar alone is already a lot and she had to deal with so much more! Glad she has support.

[@KikatoAngel]

Shame on you people who made fun of her after that performance! We need to be kind and understand that there's a story behind everyone! You don't know someone else's pain! Much love to Selena and all the people out there struggling! Stay strong!💖

[@MISNM0]

If only shame was enough for people to engage enough to learn.

[@causingsquid4324]

Which performance exactly?

[@sarah81894]

@@causingsquid4324 the AMA performance of Lose You to Love Me

[@midnightblackheart1821]

Selena isn't even bipolar neither is demi Lovato and neither are half the people commenting everyone who has a mental illness now days it automatically diagnosed as bipolar which is insane

[@midnightblackheart1821]

So let me guess everyone commenting under this video which is probably 200+ users is bipolar right? Absolutely ridiculous half of you aren't bipolar I don't care if you've been to the psychiatrist or not anyone now days who is depressed, unstable or over emotional is automatically diagnosed as bipolar which is insane I wish doctors would quit telling people they have an uncurable illness without looking into the fact that another illness is to cause I've met several people who were diagnosed bipolar who actually didn't have the condition it was something else you people need to do your research before you start rambling on youtube about a serious lifelong illness that you think you have just because a doctor told you

[@CELEBRITYNOW494]

Being so open about her disease, Selena helped a lot of people. Especially making them talk about it and not being afraid to share their story

[@Ethan-ee8rv]

I don’t think disease is a nice term to use…

[@ayela562]

I’ve never felt one way or another about Selena until I really started paying attention to her messaging around mental health. I’m so impressed with her as a human being. She struggles and she shares it to help us all. She’s a lovely human being.

[@wawanwawan3681]

Thenks Ayela...

[@cartergomez5390]

💯❤

[@SelenaGomezIlluminati]

Selena is a deceiver & a hypocrite. She craves FAME & WEALTH & wants to be in the SPOTLIGHT ALWAYS. Sold her SOUL long time AGO & FOOLED the world for YEARS. She FAKED it TILL SHE MADE IT. TIME THE TRUTH GOT EXPOSED. 99% OF THE CELEBS ARE PART OF THE ILLUMINATI. Act goody infront but behind the scenes dark things going on. SEEING IS BELIEVING, I GOT PROOF & MADE A VIDEO

[@SelenaGomezIlluminati]

Selena is a deceiver & a hypocrite. She craves FAME & WEALTH & wants to be in the SPOTLIGHT ALWAYS. Sold her SOUL long time AGO & FOOLED the world for YEARS. TIME THE TRUTH GOT EXPOSED. Profile pic is number 666 (AntiChrist) same Illuminati symbolism that Lady Gaga, Justin, Dua Lipa & so on used. Selena Gomez admitted to having a "pizza" party on Ellen with Jennifer Anniston & we all know why they always talk about pizza parties. SELENA & 99% OF THE OTHER CELEBS ARE PART OF THE ILLUMINATI 🔺 Pizza is CODE in Hollyweird. Even Obama/Hilary Clinton also used that term aka Pizzagate which means adrenochrome which means they torture/kill children to harvest the chemical adrenochrome from their blood. Illuminati/elite runs the show. Universal, Feds, Prison systems, NBA, NFL. Kpop, Disney & Hollywood 🔺 Entertainment industry heavily controlled by SATAN (LUCIFER) Companies work for the ELITES. WAKE UP CALL & PEOPLE NEED TO OPEN THEIR EYES.

[@bob15479]

Describes what my view on her was/is exactly

[@Banks040]

She’s probably one of the most honest real celebrities we have left in the industry. WE LOVE YOU SELENA 🖤😘

[@PearlFirexx]

I was diagnosed with Bipolar I in February, along with several anxiety disorders, and PMDD (Severe PMS). Started on Lamotrigine and in just 4 months I got a new job and have been working full-time ever since.

[@ouissalazeroual]

may I ask what is your dosage of lamotrigine please? thank you

[@PearlFirexx]

@@ouissalazeroual 100 mg

[@ouissalazeroual]

@Purple456 i wish you good luck with your job and hope things get better with your new treatment, BD is not easy to handle but you have got this :)))))

[@NatureHeadSupreme]

@@PearlFirexx dang you doing good at 100 - its folks at 200+

[@yournamedependesonme]

God is great 😍😍😍😍

[@pedrodiaz6147]

Sadly a lot of people aren’t fortunate to have aid, rehab, or treatment because of the high cost, but I admire her for talking about these types of illnesses.

[@Exorcist364xs]

I’m 46 I was diagnosed at 23. This girl is helping me. I really truly admire her and I’m a fan of her music. She’s doing so much for mental health I think she’s amazing. I was never given any tools just a therapist and a psychiatrist. My story isn’t the typical story. But I just love this girl so much.

[@victortoombs4754]

Selena just called and said to step in front of a moving bus.🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jfaustin1742]

@@victortoombs4754 you’re a sad little one

[@victortoombs4754]

@@jfaustin1742 That's not what your Mom said.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@roshanmathew9443]

Just avoid oil sugar salt ❤

[@Andy224]

For somebody as famous as she is I have got to admire her level of honesty and how down to earth she is

[@victortoombs4754]

Don't forget to buy her latest CD.🤣🤣🤣

[@Louie.Oxford]

this comment aged like milk

[@jfaustin1742]

100% agree

[@isabell150]

Love her and her strength! I too have Bipolar 1 disorder and other mental health conditions, I am so happy to see someone so successful with this disorder do so well in life ❤️❤️ God bless her and everyone battling/living with any mental health disorder

[@RIP19851]

As a person with bipolar disorder I understand what she is going through

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

It is nice to know that I am not alone in this Mental health Issues. We all have mental issues because the Human Brain is still being analyzed and studied for comprehension, Bipolar Disorder is quite common In the human Population.

[@exoticwitch5553]

Same

[@KishorTwist]

Anybody else in your family with your mental illness?

[@charnjitsingh3365]

​@@jamesbedukodjograham5508 i don't think it's common

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

@@charnjitsingh3365 An inspiration.

[@k.w.5329]

I love that she is brave enough to be this vulnerable & transparent. It will help many.

[@macross25]

Having a nervous breakdown mixed with having Lupus, being Bipolar and a heavy dose of Anxiety is no joke. I'm just a no one (without the insane pressures that she's under) and I had a complete breakdown in 2011, between being Bipolar my self and developing an anxiety that basically made me Agoraphobic, it took a long time to get back to some kind of normal. With the family, fans & support Selena has around her, it'll be hard at times but she's a fighter and she'll get better a little bit each day. If you know someone who is Bipolar, I swear that we're not A-holes, out of no where it just happens, we know it and its a struggle to control it. Same with Anxiety, give that person a hug once in a while, it means a lot even if we don't show it.

[@MinPinSteve]

Awww. Hugs to you.

[@12567NoYouCannot]

The difference is that You are NOT Selling your miseries and Making a Fortune on it.

[@elliebabe155]

Can I ask your symptoms of your complete breakdown?

[@taliacoletta8776]

I agree, having anxiety disorders and other medical issues are not OK at all. I actually have anxiety disorder and it is the worse. It is like very very bad so it’s not OK. A lot of people told me that. Oh everyone has it not everybody has it I mean, I also have learning disability and now I found out that I am diagnosed with anxiety disorder, it’s not fun

[@oscarjuliangonzalezcarreno2525]

I love how the message of the song " My mind & me" is that you can love what you do and who you are, but that does not mean that you cannot struggle with your mental heath. It is incredible how aware Selena is about the importance of this issue and how committed she is to work on this matter. She is a queen.

[@tulpamedia]

I don't usually care about celebrity stuff, but she is really awesome for this. I have bipolar 1 disorder with psychotic features and it makes daily life really difficult, even in between manic / depressive episodes. I feel that Selena opening up to the world about having bipolar and having to go to the hospital for it makes a very big difference in the public perception of bipolar and mental health hospitalizations. People look up to celebrities and I think that people are more accepting of a celebrity that they like or idolize. Stuff like this bridges the gap in people's minds between bipolar disorder and themselves. This shows them directly that people with bipolar are not unrelatable monsters that commit crimes and hurt people. The media like to push the narrative that people with certain mental health conditions are like heartless, explosive, aliens. Her doing this is directly reversing that stigma and I respect the hell out of that. P.S. - I don't know why the director said that she's "broken". I feel like that's not a very nice thing to say about someone even when they say it about themselves. My bipolar does not make me "broken", it's just a part of me that functions a little differently than the average person. I would much rather be me than just an average person with an average life. That doesn't sound broken to me at all...

[@kittykat0627]

I have tried one two and have been hospitalized a few times since I was 16. I'm now 31 and working on my self everyday so I don't end up back in the hospital.

[@KnicksNYanks84]

You’re not broken but if you want to fix it you can by avoiding all bad foods

[@miabellahope915]

wonderfully said.I was diagnosed in 1988 and since then hospitalized 15 times. I finally see some breakthrough with the stigma of mental health. Not all people with bi-polar are what the media says they are

[@tulpamedia]

Goddam I was manic as hell when I wrote this hahaha wow

[@bourezzanemouhssin176]

Selena is so brave, she didn’t go to drugs or addiction to run away from her issues she faced them with strength even though it was so hard, but she did it and she’s trying to help others now, i love you selena and i hope ull read my comment tomorrow will always be better ❤

[@mlkway3917]

im proud of selena. i've telling myself that if she can do it, so am i. love you selena

[@adrianaevseev7655]

❤

[@mlkway3917]

@Cringe City you think im bot? its ok. i dont need to make anybody believe in it. and you're same as your name

[@victortoombs4754]

@@mlkway3917 I don't think you're a bot. Bots can actually write. You need to go back to school. #NotSmarterThanAFifthGrader

[@victortoombs4754]

@@mlkway3917 Your education is higher than mine? Lol! Your sentences are grammatically incorrect and you can't even spell basic words. 🤣🤣🤣

[@mlkway3917]

@@victortoombs4754 i know, im not good in english and its not my mother tongue so.. you're smart im done debating this is wasting time not proof anything😂

[@billsgotmedointhis]

I always found her to be classically beautiful and genuine. You can see that radiate in her interviews. I cheer her on. Go Selena!

[@DaniASMRtist]

I'm crying because I grew up with her and have always admired her. I also struggle with autoimmune diseases and mental health so I really look up to her. 💞

[@teresawong5357]

Hi Dani, hope you do not mind I reach out to you. Just wanted to know are you fully recover now?

[@erin1532]

What😮 I’ve loved her for so long and I’m glad she’s talking cuz bipolar is such a hard disease to deal with, I was diagnosed bipolar 1 psychosis and i love her strength

[@shellssoul]

ur not alone same here ❤️

[@TheEbnk]

Bipolar isn't a disease, it is a mental disorder.

[@sophiahayes9438]

Bipolar isn't a disease.... It's a mental illness 🙄

[@elliebabe155]

What were your symptoms if you don’t mind me asking?

[@lindarivera8954]

How do you cope with it?

[@nurdieh]

Been diagnosed with bipolar for years. It's so scary how erratic it can get, and I am thankful for Selena for showing us a part of herself. I used to watch her continuously as a child in Wizards of Waverly Place, and it's good not to feel so alone.

[@roshanmathew9443]

Stop oil salt sugar salt ❤

[@familyfun5969]

I appreciate her for sharing her story. Praying she continues to prosper through it all. Her optimism is truly an inspiration

[@starstruckstar2597]

I had a kidney transplant like her and to be honest, it’s hard to find that special someone because most, don’t take the time to understand your situation and sometimes there are cases where you are unable to have children. It’s a difficult situation but you can still make it and be happy❤️

[@j4kgang921]

I heard she took kenneka Jenkins kidney

[@beatricedevarenne2621]

@@j4kgang921 wtf

[@propogandalf]

@@j4kgang921 WHO

[@ChristmasSpirit606]

oh God, bless you!

[@starstruckstar2597]

@@j4kgang921 Her friend Francia Raisa was the one who gave her the kidney.

[@sarahbliss8417]

Damn I just have always loved Selena so much. Everything she does, she does it so much less annoying than so many other people in the spotlight. I wish she knew how loved she is and how she's got everyone's attention for how unique and awesome she has always been.

[@SJR_Media_Group]

Selena Gomez has always been a really good person. Fame didn't go to her head. She was always easy to work with on the set. Many childhood artists burn out and give up. Selena made a conscious choice to not give up. She refuses to let her past define her future. We stay healthy by helping others with same problems. Selena is amazing.

[@KnicksNYanks84]

I’m into ufos too

[@SJR_Media_Group]

@@KnicksNYanks84 Still waiting for ET to show up, but not holding my breath. He is on other side of galaxy thinking the same thing...

[@KnicksNYanks84]

@@SJR_Media_Group They're here and have been before humans; i believe their existence will be revealed to society in 2025.

[@SJR_Media_Group]

@@KnicksNYanks84 That is why there is ZERO proof... bring it to me and earn 1 MILLION dollars...

[@HerSunHisMoon91]

I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Then PTSD it’s taken me years to accept my diagnosis, I learn to cope with them on a daily basis, sometimes it gets weary but you are a great example of triumph!!!! WE LOVE YOU SELENA!!!!!!

[@GSR-oh3ng]

Hey I recommend really learning about mental health like do a bunch of research on your own don’t just accept your diagnosis get a second third fourth opinion.. there a lot a below par therapists/psychologists who are arrogant/ignorant! I am sayin this because you got diagnosed with bi polar and schizophrenia which I don’t think is a thing. There’s something called Schizoaffective disorder which is basically bipolar plus schizophrenia. And also look into ctpsd because it’s lot more common then ptsd and a bit different. Hope this helps! Those disorders are no joke!! It’s life threatening and causes an extreme amount of distress for the individual! And of course can effect others around them but mainly the individual!! Try and Stay well! get an accurate diagnosis and find the meds that work best for u and remember you know yourself better than anyone!! Hope this helps u:)

[@SandraYun]

These are the kind of interviews she loves doing - not the ones that felt rushed or never acknowledged her and what she would like to do and why. You guys did a great job! AND ALSO KELLY CLARKSON

[@martyfer2494]

i'm so glad, despite the fame, she could use her position to speak, and reveal her real struggles, so anyone can feel that they are not alone

[@westdivision9396]

Not too many struggles when you started on Barney . What she can do is now use her voice to not spread struggle but spread what it mean the walk the line between negative and positive . And help economic cause .

[@westdivision9396]

Bi polar is not a struggle it is a gift if you can truly hear what you bead to head . And not what the negative and positive sides are influencing

[@foltynfamily5228]

@@westdivision9396 bipolar isn’t a gift is a challenge tho

[@12567NoYouCannot]

And......Make MONEY on the "Poor Me" Advertising Agenda.

[@lyniereese1150]

I was at the same mental health treatment center as Selena. She is a strong and wonderful person. I applaud her for sharing her story and hopefully it will help others. XO

[@katinadiep9268]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2014. There are many steps to take to learn how to live with it. Everyone finds their own way. Once you do, there's no more shame. You don't worry as much about your state of mind. I'm glad Selena is sharing her experience people will see themselves through her and not feel alone in the world. Thank you! 🙏🌸🥰

[@iwantyourcookiesnow]

Bipolar Disorder totally sucks. You never know when you’re going to crash. When you’re manic it’s like being high for months but you don’t know it. And it wrecks your life by not being connected to reality.

[@AA-qb7ni]

To be so vulnerable and share your struggles so that you can help others is such a brave thing to do. This is why I love Selena ❤❤

[@MICHELLE-qj5ze]

I love her & think she's a remarkable example of humanity & strength to overcome challenges that defeat most people, She's a good soul with so much kindness & compassion !!

[@healthibons]

It's hard dealing with mental and physical ailments when it's so interlinked. More so, when everything you do is in the public's eye. I am happy Selena came back from it and is stronger for it. Prayers and love to you!

[@nelclark3000]

She is just lovely . So real and honest . Fragile but brave . We need more people like her in hollywood.

[@ofwjapan9013]

not all famous celebrities have this courage to opened up their struggles in public admired you Selena for using your platform mostly on health issues and mental health awareness love you always avid fan from Philippines ❤🙏😇

[@theericepudding]

I will forever see her as a human who just wants to breathe. I hope that happiness, and freedom follows all the years that come in her life. Peace is all I pray over her.❤️

[@gordongraham7]

I was diagnosed with bipolar 2 over 20 years ago, but just started taking care of myself 5 years ago. I'm always inspired when I see public figures be open about their diagnosis. Sadly, there's still a lot of stigma around mental illness and the best way to combat that is to openly share your lived experience. For others who were recently diagnosed and looking for support, NAMI and Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance are great resources. Lots of educational material and support groups.

[@stargazing0010]

Selena you’re so brave. There’s so many of us going through mental health issues and when you speak up about yours, it really helps us to realize we’re not alone

[@OLDSKOOLRAVER1]

No it dsnt

[@snootypoot2479]

She still seems so kind even with all the fame and money. I think she really knows how to be a person- all the pain and failures really humble us

[@kaylaburse6319]

As a 31 year old with Lupus and Cyclothymia (bipolar 3), that documentary hit so close to home, I cried. I felt her pain deeply. That's why I write, I want to help spread the awareness to others through my books.

[@Lczzy]

Childhood star Growing up after Disney Anxiety Nervous breakdown Lupus Kidney disease, then transplanted Bipolar WOW! She's been through so much in her 30 years. Happy to see Selena alive, growing into herself, sharing and helping others.

[@taliacoletta8776]

It’s really interesting that Selena Gomez actually has one of them what I have anxiety disorder and having anxiety is the worst it is no joke. I know the lot of things are very, very tough.

[@ayushimeshram4331]

It takes a lot of courage to open up about everything she is going through , and share vulnerable moments I have always admired you Selena and loved your music. You are literally so strong ❤

[@Dhaka-nursing]

I'm tearful I love you my lady You're the one who got me strength and confidence ❤️

[@mayajawhar]

Thank u for speaking up cause only people with bipolar understand each other 🥲

[@meganmitchell3661]

Selena has always been a huge inspiration to me for many years. From her songs to her emotions and feelings, heartbreak. Thank you for sharing and being extremely Brave ❤ your fans appreciate you more than you could ever know

[@sharongibson1161]

Such a strong young woman !! She's been through so much and continues to deal with serious issues, but with strength and grace !! Yay !!

[@OLDSKOOLRAVER1]

And money YAy zzz

[@maryjane2965]

So brave of Selena to share this. I didn't know much about her but what I have been seeing lately and the Show with Steve Martin made me really like and respect her.Wish her all the best!

[@chrisl418]

Thank you Selena, for being brave!!! My son is in the hospital recently diagnosed with bipolar. Please keep up the beautiful and honest singing! Wow! You give me courage.

[@tonyschmidt8741]

Selena you are courageous and brave. I can relate, my wife has lupus. My mother, aunt, and grandmother had bipolar disorder. You have such a great opportunity to teach others about these diseases and in doing so make their lives, and yours, better every day. Sincere thanks

[@LeMarais88]

She inspires me to keep going no matter how many fragile instances I experience 💗. It must be so difficult to be bombarded by paparazzi all the time while battling daily against self-doubt 😔.

[@norarodela8909]

You go Selena ! you keep it strong. And keep putting it out there for yourself and others. You're a beautiful woman. But more important you have a beautiful heart ♥️

[@kylieevolved7400]

So brave, so gutsy, so human❤

[@calanprc3]

Selena is a amazingly strong and talented young woman! It takes a lot of guts to put it all out there. She will be a an inspirational role model for the bipolar disorder that many others also face. God Bless

[@indybun64570]

I think that Selena is quite strong to deal with this disorder that I have too. It's so hard to have it but I'm also glad she's found herself the powerful resources she's needed to survive with it.

[@JuanaLucia1996]

She is opening the doors in so many ways in the mental health community I have bipolar 1 and its a struggle y'all it truly is its a consistent battle in my head but if anyone is struggling just know you're not alone we all need to be in this together. XOXO ❤

[@atunstall30]

Do you take any medicine for bipolar disorder? My husband is bipolar and it’s has caused a lot of problems.

[@babalsran06]

@@atunstall30medication required when they are in tough time I am also diagnosed bipolar 2 but unfortunately I don’t take meds but during tough time its very hard to deal with it

[@veziculorile]

Some of us with bipolar disorder are not even mentally capable of holding any job. There needs to be more acceptance and help.

[@deprivome938]

I feel this

[@luisrivera4054]

I have bipolar and hold a job well I wake up early too for work i feel like u just need proper medication

[@luisrivera4054]

I even drink beers sometimes and coffee ill just have like one bud light nothing too crazy

[@luisrivera4054]

I've been working for 2 years and 10 months straight and helped my family save 7 figures 💙

[@luisrivera4054]

I struggle too but sometimes u just need to chill out and call it a day and everything will be fine just get rest

[@CelleSleuths]

So glad she is speaking out. ♡♡♡ love her !! She is a jack of all trades and only murder in the building is one of my favorite shows right now!

[@samsungm02mobile28]

I am proud to say I am not alone in this world fighting with mental health issues I see Selena as my true inspiration I will fight like her no matter what

[@Blinkgirlsareperfect]

Everyone has mentioned how brave she is to talk about living with bipolar disorder. Brave to me are the people who can’t afford the therapy and treatment that Selena has, But still continues to fight unmediated cause giving up isn’t an option especially when you have 4 children counting on you to take care and love them.

[@thebrunetteinroom7]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@cookie_dough_hangover]

Oh don't be that person.🙄

[@monicamaroney7050]

I never understood her hype until she started talking about her diagnosis. I felt she was holding something back but now I see her as an icon. Go Selena!!

[@exnihilonihilfit6316]

So the reason she's something is ... she's sick? 😆 You're sick. Stop insulting her achievements like that.

[@magdalenaol7975]

Okay, fine. I have bipolar too. And I know that I can live fully happy life. And got remission. But she doesnt say ANYTHING about the meds. And its really important part, the treatment. We dont cure from bipolar. It always stick around. And therapy is really really important because it gives us knowledge about illness and how to cope with it. But its not depression. so its not just therapy, its the meds too. One day we may dont need them if we got remission, but its a long long journey to get there. And in every moment we can got episode. And then,.again, we need meds. I do yoga, i meditate. And i work with people with diagnosis from 9 years. And I think the psychoeducation and changes in the way we live is the most important, right after meds. I live with it from 12 years. And, now I know, that people with bipolar got a little different structure of brain, in some parts. So, what I wanted to say - do not be afraid to go psychiatrist and do not be afraid of meds. You will be, finally yourself. In "between"

[@3amDayDreamer]

I agree with you! I have Bipolar 2, and I was diagnosed at 18. It took me 10 years to finally get treatment. For 10 years, I refused to take any medication, but medication saved my life especially Lamotrigine. Last year was the worse major depressive episode that I’ve experienced and psychosis made it worse. Right now, I feel great. I exercise, eat healthy, and I have a lot of other outlets to help me. I wish her program would help educate people on the importance of medication and seeing a psychiatrist.

[@Missmagazinebura]

@@3amDayDreamer I have a friend who doesn’t always take meds

[@ginanovo6285]

why aren't you people reading about fecal transplants!

[@jg8115]

@Magdalena, just because this clip doesn’t show her talking about meds, doesn’t mean she doesn’t ever. Search for other clips, like the one from People Magazine about Selena and Bipolar meds posted yesterday

[@shagunchambyal8549]

Why did you assume that she doesn't talk about meds obviously you have to watch the whole documentary to know. Seriously my grandma doesn't take meds either so its not the same for all so please enlist your experience without bringing others down.

[@sirenelectric143]

I dont like when ppl who got a diagnosis for mental illness in a moment of their life think of themselves as broken or say “I’m broken right now, but one day I’ll be whole” I myself am guilty of this, but as I get older and I’ve lived with my depression and PTSD longer I realize I was never broken, things out of my control happened to me, people treated me in ways they shouldn’t have and my mind did the best it could with the few tools I was given to cope The aftermath is the physical stuff like the depression or anxiety But the amazing thing about human beings is we can go through the worst things and witness terrible things but we don’t give up We may stumble but we keep trying…that isn’t being broken it’s unbelievable strength Idk who needs to hear this…but I promise it gets better, in the end you always have to be your own best friend, be kind to yourself and never give up on yourself

[@debbieswartzentruber9900]

I love this...

[@soopastylin1932]

Selena a real one ...industry does not deserver her

[@Luna1120s]

I suffer from Bipolar & ADHD with both diseases have stereotypes and very misunderstood. On top of that I’m in my 40’s with LUPUS (diagnosed 2019) and 3 other autoimmune diseases & Fibromyalgia. I take 14-17 prescription medications. Every morning I take handful of pills. I look healthy and happy on the outside. Not to brag but look like early 30s or younger though in 40’s but my inside isn’t . It’s sucks to look healthy when you’re not . I look I’m faking my illnesses and exaggerating symptoms. Every morning is different and when feel so good u overdo it . I’m a mom to a 15 yr daughter and have enormous guilt . I appreciate you reading and for your precious time. By writing this I’m promising to myself to thank & love myself more. Thank you 🙏💕

[@zabdymena7128]

I' ve never been her fan but the way she has faced life after all she has been through makes me have respect for her (someone who i don't know of btw) I can't deny she is a resilient woman. Hope God helps her always she needs it and she seeks him to cope life. God bless her.🙏🏼

[@nicolemeinen450]

Really like her. Genuine and a great sense of humility and empathy. Such grace.

[@blackwidowisawesome8187]

I understand fully how this could affect selena. Especially since I struggle with anxiety disorder.... I would never be able to perform live, but she does it even with all the stress and anxiety that comes with it. She is my hero and should be a role model to all girls struggling with Anxiety. Dont forget who you are throughout all of this Selena!!

[@AimsAlice]

Im so proud of you girl i have been diagnosed with anxiety depression and ptsd since i was 15 im in my 30s now... mental health needs to be talked about

[@christfolloweronthespectru9179]

Good for her for opening up! Its not easy for anyone to do that let alone a celebrity. While I may not have bipolar, I've been battling crippling depression nonstop for a decade now. As someone also on the spectrum it can be even harder, but i've been learning what to do and not to do. Mental health is a huge issue nowadays, we need all the awareness we can get!

[@amandasnider2644]

I can really relate to Selena (other than having fame and fortune...or even a job frankly). It's very tough to have both numerous physical health issues and numerous mental health issues and disorders/conditions. I have a looooong list of things wrong with me and it's so hard for people to understand because it feels like you're the only one out there who has all these issues instead of one or two.

[@lalab1071]

I have bipolar disorder too. There are times you will feel broken. If you hang on long enough and work towards recovery you'll feel whole again.

[@malzzzzzzzzzz]

I am sorry to be intrusive, but can you tell me what it is. There is information on the internet, but I don't really understand that. Not to say I would be able to grasp it by a single comment anyway, but I am curious to know what it is and what it is like.

[@Maxdouble07]

She’s such a beautiful and talented person. I appreciate her using her platform to bring awareness to this. Wishing her a happy and healthy future 💕.

[@rainy.d7404]

Selena is a hard working young woman but she is also soft and vulnerable and real which makes her so relatable. She has a beautiful heart and such poise and integrity...it's hard not to love her and appreciate her. I've never been a fan of hers but I can definately say I admire her as a public figure. She has a great message to share. God bless this beautiful human ❤

[@processingtheinfo]

As someone who's been diagnosed with major depression, Generalized anxiety disorde, eating disorder, and ADHD, I'm so grateful. Celebs who open up about their illness, addictions, struggles, etc are so inspiring.

[@Asraakramawan]

I just watched the documentary on Selena Gomez's life... . I was in tears throughout the whole thing. She is broken, and she put herself back together in a beautiful mosaic, she is so honest. It takes so much courage to be open about your struggles with mental disorders, it takes real bravery to wear your heart on your sleeve, she is a role model, she makes me want to keep fighting. I have never felt this much understood and heard in my whole life. What a beautiful experience it was. what a beautiful human being she is.

[@nana-iv3si]

Celebrities pening up about these things in public Infront of the whole world are truly so brave, it means so much to so many people, even though there is always people who mis-believe and unreasonably harshly judge them, they share their truth with us and that is empowering to so many of us, i have had my own mental health struggled and diagnosis and i have only ever opened up about them to my closest friend and even then it did not feel easy, to be vulnerable like this is really brave, i am really proud of Selena and of all my fellow human beings who are struggling with mental and physical health issues, you are all doing amazing and i am happy we are able to have more transparent conversations about these topics ❤️

[@brooklynballer6682]

She’s literally been going thru it ever since her break up with Justin Bieber. I feel like ever since that, she’s never been the same. She’s stood away for years. It’s even worse when she’s trying to heal but she really can’t because of her fame. I see a depressed person when I see one. She looks very unhappy and ain’t nothing she can say in this interview that will make ppl think she’s happy. I really hope that baby girl will find her happiness before we lose her. She deserves it!

[@wisemonk3992]

Really salute you and respect for spreading awareness about bipolar disorder. I lost my father due to suicide in bipolar depression. He was a gem and my heart mourns him every day!

[@jamesdriskill5784]

As someone who has struggled in the past, i hope she is ok and lives a happy life. God Bless this young lady.

[@mrnobodymobile]

There's so many more people that suffer from mental health struggles that are not public about it. Remember it's natural for all humans to go through mental disconnects and breakdown's life is tough and life and stress bring many of these things together. Thankfully you can remember that your not alone and that's it's not just your issue, sometimes you may feel there is something wrong with you like a car with a broken part. Just like that car you are also repairable and there is no need to fear.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

Thank you @Arski😢😔😢

[@melindakathriner4148]

YES! That's what I've been saying for ages! That I live with Bipolar, I don't suffer it. I'm 47, and I was diagnosed with BP when I was 15. It was very stigmatized back then. It still is, dangit. Fortunately, I DO see the stigma lessening now. Golly, for years, I only "existed". I made poor decisions. I felt broken and useless and hollow and a waste of space. I felt "not good enough"! I was sure that everyone else was better than me!! But nothing could have been further from the truth. I am a rock star! (Not literally. I work in preschool, ha ha, but you get what I mean.) I've raised 3 wonderful kids into adulthood, and I was able to earn a college degree. I have a terrific "perfectly imperfect" marriage. Bipolar is called "The Smart Man's Illness" for good reason. We are SMART and CREATIVE. With proper medication and loving support, you can live your best life. Be patient with yourself. Keeping it together takes practice, I tell ya. Sure, I still have hard moments, and times of feeling scared and hesitant to let anyone know my "unfortunate secret". I think, "why God, do I have to have THIS trial"? But ya know what? If tomorrow brought a cure for Bipolar, I don't know that I would take it. I look at my BP as a gift. Life is a journey, not a marathon. I wish the best of luck to you and to ALL my fellow human beings who live with this! Thank you for raising awareness!

[@nakiberurashidah5411]

Do you have children.i have dipolar bt scared to give birth

[@justincaelas]

As someone else who is Bipolar, I appreciate her courage to normalize it and to show that people who are Bipolar are normal people as well, we are not crazy like the media likes to portray us to be.

[@dsetgetatme]

I've always thought Selena was ATTRACTIVE! I would be hugged up all on her! The fact is is willing to share her mental, physical and emotional struggles to the world is admirable. Makes her more relatable.

[@davidwillis9037]

The people you think are rich and have everything really don't be happy it's mind blowing. But that's a hardworking woman.

[@Alex-tk7gh]

I don't doubt that she has her issues but I feel like people want to be told that they have a mental illness these days. I have suffered from anxiety but I refuse to let that label me. And it doesn't mean denying your struggles either. We are humans and all of us go through really rough things. Having anxiety, depression, etc.. is not a trend. And I feel like that's what it's become.

[@Channel24377]

Maybe I hope it’s not a trend I just think mental illness is more common then we thought and now it’s getting the attention but for me my social anxiety has ruined a lot of things in my life I wish it wasn’t the case but I have feared for my life I have at points fear of being homeless since it’s hard to keep a stable job with this illness I wish it didn’t have this much power over me but sadly mental illness can take a toll on us and at times we can’t even cope with it we just want people to be more educated and know why we do certain things. A lot of people don’t understand how hard it is to be part of society with mental illness they just judge us for our actions thinking we do it on purpose when sometimes it can be something like bipolar or social anxiety I’m still going through it as an adult I’ve had it since a child but I always wish I could get rid of it.

[@emilysanchez7305]

@@Channel24377 I think people like Selena coming out and revealing these things helps normal people understand just how awful and debilitating mental illnesses can be. I’ve heard many people say “oh they’re just lazy” when talking about someone with depression, but as soon as it becomes a topic of discussion, they’re able to educate themselves. If it is a “trend”, it’s a dang good one.

[@Alex-tk7gh]

@@Channel24377 I agree with you that perhaps mental illness or issues are a lot more common than people once thought. But for me that only illustrates all the more that life isn't easy for any of us and it's how we handle those struggles that separates one person from the next. Let me just say, I've read so much about anxiety because I wanted to understand what I was going through. I didn't want to be another medicated person and the research I found was tremendously beneficial for me. There are lots and lots of people just like you who have overcome debilitating anxiety. The power is in knowing and understanding what is happening to your brain so you lose the fear. Anxiety is all fear, and I'm sure you know that. It's possible for you to overcome it, I believe it. I will recommend a book to you that helped me a lot. It's short but the person who wrote it went through debilitating anxiety of all kinds for over 10 years. Now maybe you've had it longer but it really doesn't matter. It's called "At last a life" by Paul David. His book has been prescribed by doctors and it's helped people all over the world. Hopefully it will help you too🙏

[@Alex-tk7gh]

@China Springs more and more people are coming out with diagnosis. I highly doubt that people not wanting to "admit it" is the problem. There are more medicated people than ever and that is a fact.

[@sethward1835]

@@Alex-tk7gh The pill-pushing pharmacutical industry doesn't account for the social and evironmental factors that increase the prevalence of mental stress and disorders. Capitalism in decline causes increased mental hardship on all of the working people. That along with increased awareness and the unfortunate expropriation of that social awareness to further the ruling class's agenda to medicate instead of preventing mental health crises are reasons why things around the subject is so sticky and even cringy nowadays. Mental health struggles and identity is important and we're finally starting to see the "human" side of it instead of soley the pathological lense, and instead of actually making the world better for it, the ruling class turned it into a publicity stunt to be "pro mental health," sell all sorts of self-help products, and push addictive medication and unaffordable therapy onto those who can't afford it. The system continues the cycle as it attempts to de-stigmatize it by failing to even recognize the fundamental factors that caused it in the first place: capitalism. [If you'd like I can explain more in-depth on what I mean by that but I don't want to write something out that you won't want to read lol). P.S. I'm not saying Selena is doing anything wrong, I'm proud of her for being open about it after all she's been through. She's rich and famous, but she's not benefitting from this cycle the way corporations are: she's a part of it like the rest of us, experiencing pain by a society that pretends to understand. She just happens to have all the resources at her disposal, something 90% of us don't have.

[@gripsimpson]

Selena Gomez is Such A Gift to this world. To hear her story is such an honor and privilege. Thank you, Selena, for Your Courage. I love you. Prayers and Love Always.

[@Elham_32356]

The loneliness I've been experiencing for years is of a different kind and nature. I suffer from both bipolar disorder and dysthymia. I have no support, and most people don't believe me. Unfortunately, I also live in a third-world country. If my relatives knows about my illness, they label me as "overly sensitive" and think I'm exaggerating or that I chose to be this way. When I'm not manic, I'm constantly depressed. No matter how hard I try to get better, my environment doesn't normalize. I'm surrounded by healthy, normal people. I envy them, so much. Seeing them makes me feel lonely and how far I am from the most ordinary things and how tired I am of fighting. I hope future generations don't have to face such hard challenges as we have. I hope they have a safe haven to turn to. I hope they don't feel as lonely as we do. I hope people like me are careful about continuing our lineage and don't make decisions emotionally. After all, suffering begets suffering.

[@cierakr96]

I relate to her so much I hope she knows so many people relate to her and everything she’s been through I hope she finds peace and happiness again she’s amazing

[@Turkishcaya]

😍 I love her so much! She is so brave! It's not easy to share all those these private things... But she does and that's why we love her! ❤️

[@valentinamunoz4737]

i love selena gomez , im also diagnosed Bipolar and it makes me feel more relatable to her❤️