sKitz Kraven on Mental Illness, Smoking Crack & Doing Heroin to Self Medicate (Part 1)

Part 2: • sKitz Kraven & Vlad Di...
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In this clip, sKitz Kraven talked about his tumultuous life coming out of Wisconsin and dealing with mental health issues at an early age. These issues led to drug addiction and other destructive behavior. sKitz detailed what drugs he used and why he believes one, in particular, was the best feeling ever despite the crippling drawbacks.

[@kevingarnett8179]

I seen smoking crack...I click. Nothing like a person on drugs making better decisions and beating their demons.

[@coolinism]

I'm the same I click, plus I've been there in the past but haven't or won't beat my demons until I'm 6ft under

[@MaximilianMalevolence]

Demons are actually cool.

[@DanaOrtiz]

You're a simple person ain't ya

[@coolinism]

@Raymond Perry Haven't used for some months now but I'm definitely getting the itch to drink and use now tho but staying strong beating them cravings, don't use heroin by the way never have never would

[@etizzle915]

@@coolinism I'm 32 years old, been prescribed subs since 2012 or early 2013, even then I only figured out how to use and not be in withdrawal. That was my goal everyday, don't be dopesick. I lost everything, I was always broke even with a decent job and no real bills. If it wasn't for nutty family idk if I'd still be alive right now as I would do heroic shots of heroin and cocaine and it's a million times better than sniffing it and was risking my life everytime. I had to force myself to choose between having a life or being a homeless junkie. Being forced into taking responsibility for myself is the only reason im still clean(granted I'm still on bupe, kpins, kpins, and I smoke daily). The only thing stopping you is yourself. You just got to not do something, simple but hard, I no longer crave the needle or the high but I still struggle to not be a solitary loser. I work and watch KZbin, play some xbox and smoke weed. I lack anything of meaning but at least im standing on my own. The relief I see in my parents faces when they see nee and know I'm clean is almost reason enough alone. I guess that's what I have, a family of which I'm extremely grateful for. You can do it, you just got to do it. There's never a better time than right now. I'm trying to stop smoking cigarettes now and ive been smoking since I was 17. I need to write more often to clear my head.

[@mariahgillilan8973]

I recently got diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. PTSD. Depression and anxiety. I smoked crack and shot fetty/heroin to self medicate for years. Used to think I was haunted by real demons. Thought i was psychic for a bit. Been dealing with auditory hallucinations since 16 and finally at 27 i got therapy. Getting my meds in may, wish me luck! I dont have violent thoughts towards people or anything but I can relate to skitz so much. Really appreciate your transparency and raw vulnerability ❤

[@Jesus_Iced]

Hope everything is going well for you. Diagnosis is the first step to living well with your condition. 7 years since my Bipolar diagnosis and life is better than ever for me. Much love.

[@bronxlob6148]

Just seeing this...I hope you are okay

[@Snizake2012]

Recently got diagnosed with a term I can’t remember what it’s called but my brain is basically rotting from alcohol. I got about 5 years to love if I don’t stop. Been told by doctors I got ptsd too and depression and anxiety. And I feel there are demons for real. We got this we can do this

[@-Topikz]

🙏🙏🙏

[@smeyely]

Homie i hope ur doing better, im sorry but i hope that help you quit​@Snizake2012

[@suddenleecindy]

The more I listen to the things sKitz has to say, the more I respect him. His honesty is brutal just like his music. I love it🖤

[@nvusxo]

Cindy Crallie 🤘

[@adamforba5939]

Yes same here Cindy skitz Kraven it's been met an honest person most respect for that I'm straight up my huge friend also butterfly straight out of Kensington down North Philly born and raised and so I can relate to exactly what he's saying you're very beautiful also butterfly😉 if you want get at me on Facebook if you have one Adam forba

[@adamforba5939]

Where u from butterfly maybe we can relate to alottt more since we both luv skitz

[@dr.manhattan6669]

Music and mental illness always go hand and hand.

[@nvusxo]

pain faxxxx

[@birdbrainz6557]

So try ! If there wasn't music so many of us would be gone. Music has saved so many of us.

[@smeyely]

Ive been only interested in music lately, im nervous lol

[@ncnyc4418]

Vlad finally got his cousin to visit..

[@guzjose]

😂😂

[@apache8691]

He a clone nigga

[@brandobee2264]

Nah this nigga not an undercover agent

[@Pewpewpew1991]

This is literally the most un original comment, lol everyone says this when another bald white dude is on the show 😂

[@feebaby]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Mugicha808]

Seems like he's got a good energy and intellect, reminds me of Marilyn Manson in a way. Can't be easy to talk about these any of these things on a platform like this. Much respect.

[@daltonnichols1969]

Skitz must be a distant relative of mine. Near perfect similarity between his life story and mine.

[@franckt5574]

this is a real survivor...real life..skitz you got all my respect

[@Sunset309]

Vlad where's the Mack 10 interview!!??

[@Pewpewpew1991]

It's not dropping. Vlad talked about it in some interview but apparently mac 10 asked vlad not to drop it so it will never be seen more than likely

[@kandy9517]

@@Pewpewpew1991 Never known Vlad to pass on content.

[@coolinism]

It won't be released

[@colossus112785]

@@Pewpewpew1991 more than likely they probably talking shit about Cube

[@versatillion15]

dan coolinism where did he say that

[@Deckardrick007]

Respect for going through hell and coming out victorious. He seemed 110% content with himself and life.

[@aprilvereen3169]

This is my wife's new fav artist. I was kinda hating cuz it seemed corny but hearing this is powerful & I now have a higher respect for this man especially being on Vlad the informant smh proud of him glad he made a career instead of prison for his illness. Salute. Stay bless Skitz ur neat & good at what you do. Peace

[@niles1492]

this channel just got dark... his story is scary as hell, but the fact he can explain, comprehend and understand the cause and effect of his past and improve his livilhood 10x is an mount accomplishment. imo

[@FatalStitchesJayGeeWoods]

Why do I relate so much to him... except I actually see and hear things due to my PTSD induced psychosis ...but I'm actually kinda glad to not be fully alone

[@cjsolution]

How you doing now?

[@emilymarie6329]

i love him and his music! and i completely understand about the self medicating!! i did coke then when i wanted to come down and go to sleep i did heroin! and withdrawal is miserable, ur depressed, irritated, can’t sleep, bc ur cold then hot, sweaty then freezing, can’t get comfortable, and ur so tired u just want to sleep!! and absolutely no energy, walking just to the kitchen takes all ur energy!! yea it’s miserable, and as bad as u wanna stop, it’s hard bc u know that one drug that ur trying to get off will make u feel so much better!! it’s a vicious cycle! it’s like having the flu times 1000

[@ThexCODxSub]

Vlad I hope u read this comment, I understand you run a business and uploading interviews in parts is part of it. But this interview should be released at a whole and if not bigger intervals (then again I don’t know how long it was) this is an really important message on mental health ! Appreciate you bring this to KZbin

[@richardcardona4998]

No thanks

[@ThexCODxSub]

@@richardcardona4998 u want this 🍪?

[@markymark8292]

Wow. A real version of Tom McDonald, I almost didn’t give this dude a chance because he reminds me of Tom McDonald, but this dude is the real deal man he speaks truth. I went through and probably still going through everything he touched on and not a bit of bullshit came outta his mouth

[@michaelskit6532]

Tom McDonald's speaks 100% truth as well maybe not mental illness issues like skiz but Tom is very real as well not sure why you dislike him but everything he raps about is the truth💯

[@justindubberly7091]

Michael skit I agree

[@jennifersumner6619]

My daughter(now in her late twenty's) was diagnosed with exactly everyone of your diagnoses. At least 4 of my family has the same diagnoses. Thank You for your honesty.

[@chasidyturner2262]

I hope he’s continuously seeking the help that he needs.

[@raekrocla6779]

Great 2 Hear this man's genuine honesty!!! Mental health can own r life peep , if u dnt control it ! FACTS

[@GhostTheIncredible]

No One: Vlad: So when did you start smoking crack?

[@DanielleeeexD]

Love this so far need part 2 asap

[@NoPeek1ng]

Always appreciate the many backgrounds and diversity of these interviews. You catch a lot of flack but this is where understanding happens. Good shit Vlad

[@guzjose]

We should be talking more about mental illness just in general we as men dont wanna talk about it but it's real we should have free counseling in all communities but its AMERICA were everything cost you even with health insurance smh

[@hughesoutdoors5017]

@layne stayley dude that name isnt cool. Or funny. Layne was my idol.

[@cheyennehetherington]

Thanks for being here for me when I need you it really means so much to me to have someone like you in my life who benefits nothing from helping me out and letting me be myself I literally love you so preciously

[@Borderjumpmusic]

Anybody else get an alcohol ad on this video?? 🤔

[@MaseratiDuke]

Borderjumpmusic yea, hella annoying

[@jomama2938]

They watching us 🕵 be safe

[@versatillion15]

Yup new Amsterdam

[@tilabryant2948]

Wow even his background is dark and depressing 😢

[@succubus1462]

Everyone has a background babe, and those who are broken end up doing amazing things.

[@slayer-kz3wn]

Yeah of course

[@draztiktunez7104]

Hence why is music is dark and depressing .

[@draztiktunez7104]

@@succubus1462 the broken have made some of the most amazing and best music 🎵🎶

[@succubus1462]

@@Qourie you don’t owe anyone trying to be “nice”. Be civil, and focus on yourself.

[@shannonparks3941]

Thanks for keeping it real skits , your so amazing and an awesome artist, I just found your music like yesterday , I'm so hooked . Love you . 💋

[@draztiktunez7104]

His music comes from a real place . Most geniuses have a touch of madness

[@dougieodj3517]

Shout out SP and Madison!

[@richsmith9405]

Green bay, wisco

[@Love-hx6nb]

I know exactly what he’s talking about I have a family member who schizophrenia only comes to surface when she’s mad upset or a lot stress she hears people talking about her especially who ever she’s arguing 🤷🏻‍♀️with but other then that she’s fine ,,,my suggestion is to meditate a lot exercise and try to be happy despite what’s going on take things one day at a time and things should get better oh and another thing don’t fear what what’s happening just take easy ☝🏻

[@kimberlydillon2402]

Thank you for sharing this with people. I hear things and I do see visions an I felt so ashamed for so long over this but Im thankful that I'm not the only 1.

[@Mysticwhisperstarot]

I love how honest skitz it. So many of us can relate to your story ❤

[@Kintoz]

Great interview 💯

[@alexpaullabeau5585]

Your the shit skitz! I only discovered your music about a month ago but I'm definitely a fan. Keep up the sick shit and twist it dark! Mad respect!

[@jovonbooker1794]

We all have problems but this dude might be crazy for real

[@smeyely]

Hes showing us the possible uglyness in his music and it makes me feel like depression is manageable, great music

[@adamanderson6476]

Damn brother, I was into hurting myself more than harming others. Goddammit.

[@superlinksx]

facts , kid gotta a good vibe .. g=God Bless him .. stay strong homie

[@Lebronjamessaidno]

Pray for better days for this guy depression is a real demon

[@SCREEVER333]

For some reason, this dude is exactly how I thought he would be. Seems like a nice enough dude. Not my flavor of music really, but cool. Best of luck fella.

[@raetae4985]

He is really good with his words. And I can relate to him in a lot of ways.

[@brianpalmer7577]

Thanks for this Insight I’m not the only with the struggle

[@Ps4DoobieSnack]

I respect this man and appreciate his presents more

[@erinedwards6637]

I was addicted to benzos and I would have a seizure every time I go into a little withdrawal so I ended up at rehab for it and the hospital for detox because I was a liability and I haven’t touch them since I’m almost one a year clean and so happy I gave them up it was a road I went down that I thought everyday I’d never get out from..

[@Quantumwashere]

He look like wal-mart. Jon B. Imma call him “Jon C”

[@melissaowens8644]

That's a good one 😄😃😃

[@denzeljackson4302]

They don't know.

[@nvusxo]

Dammm 😆

[@canadiankaren2426]

Denzel Jackson I saw what you did there?! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@RachelDunlap-ch1mz]

I have found help with a wonderful woman named Margaret.. she is amazing... I'm learning from her to help people.. kids and broken people.,your so strong and powerful.... More people need to know it's ok to not be ok!

[@RachelDunlap-ch1mz]

Find something that makes your life go in a positive way.

[@dub-dub4207]

Thanks for the video homeboy z

[@marywalters8555]

“ not a fan of needles in my arm “ as he’s covered in tattoo. god i love this man.

[@petraflores4081]

You are a inspiration

[@187FML187]

Finally an artist that I can relate too.🖤

[@forgingmagick4470]

Thanks skitz I'm going to get evaluated tomorrow because of you

[@cheyennehetherington]

And thanks also for loving me in return. You're the reason I get up and do all that is asked of me even when I'd really rather do anything else, "I do it anyway"

[@stackierobinson5408]

He looks like Vlad's nephew.

[@sab5017]

Lmao

[@asm3162]

Sergei. But he seems like a cool cat this Sergei

[@ever3241]

Vlad what happened to the Ryan Bowers interview?

[@micahhayes8770]

I was asking around in comments a few months back. I think Vlad took down the videos bc he asking Ryan about a case that was still pending; the time he tried to kill himself and cops tried to stop him but turned around and charged with assault on officer. Vlad says he dont ask qs if a case is open.

[@ThisisStephennn]

He's gone now RIP

[@montygates260]

I could really relate to this guy💯🙏

[@robertmyers6329]

Hey brother I'm a Huge Fan and I think your music is Very Inspiring as just being a GREAT Lyrist so keep it up Mr.Kraven👍😎👍😎👍

[@ogspazmurda4692]

sKitz is one of my favorite rappers.... 🤘🏼

[@baakokyfhur9779]

True

[@InternetSenation]

*Snoop Dogg voice* WHOOOO?

[@scaryhours2220]

Finally Vlad interviews getting unique and real. Im sick of talkin about who was the last cashier to ring up Tupac and the grocery store type shit.

[@youngdirko2938]

The worst thing you can do is not let a kid get his anger/childishness at a young age because when it spews into your adulthood and your problems are not solved you look for relief you didn’t have when younger

[@cjwilson1994]

You are not alone my friend

[@daniellekruser8520]

I’m from Wisconsin Ik exactly we’re he is talking about. I fuxking love him❤❤❤❤❤

[@ryanbrennan7334]

everything about him the songs n shit would hit home with me , the growing up with depression ,put on medication , juvenile mental hospitals , voices, anger, HULK SYNDROME ..ADDICTION, overdoses, crack binges (type tweeked right now)... i really get him. we use to kick it on IG while i smked my weed in the park dolo blasting sKitz ...i gotta cat named sKitz Kraven.

[@j.r.4206]

💯💯💯💯 a real one 4sure

[@dannnyboyyyyy7877]

Very interesting to watch this tbh.

[@sarasmile355]

I have audio hulosanations and am just now at age 48 learning to cope with them. I talk to them every day but they are somewhat controlled with medicine but that only keeps them from causing me to do what they tell me. I love ur music and also feel at times the medicine can make it worse if it's not the right one for u. I suffer with Bi polar 1 and PTSD as well as depression and insomnia so I spend hrs. and hrs. everyday listening to music as it helps to drown out unwanted voices.

[@iambey9696]

“The medications seemed to make things worst” That will go over many heads

[@blondieb91390able]

The meds turned me into a zombie for years and years until I found the "cocktail" that works for me. I felt like I was losing the passion I had in me. I felt like my personality was being drowned. It took a LONG. ASS. TIME. but I finally found a combination that works. It's very tempting to just say fuck it and keep "self-medicating". The thing that finally stopped me from doing that was knowing my method was finally going to succeed in killing me. You seem like maybe you can relate or maybe I'm reading far too deep into what you said. Anyway...

[@alexisdigital]

Medication just temporary relieve the symptoms, only years-long psycho-therapy can help you to love yourself, and the Other. Also everybody has an ego, a superego, and an id, that doesn't make you schizophrenic.

[@pennywilliams3962]

I wish him the world. He is truthful he is awesome. Hope he makes it to where ever he wants to gh o

[@petraflores4081]

Thank you

[@tianalanton7929]

I’ve been through this. Like exactly through this. But as I get older I don’t claim what ppl or doctors say so I went cold turkey with medication and became a different and better person. I know how he feels tbh

[@mikeyb3861]

Skitz! Is the man love his music

[@cristalbubbly84]

I can relate to the sophomore year, thats when i felt a snap in me. I became different, i had so much rage in me, but my parents refuse to get me help, at the schools request. Of course that was in the 90's. Im 39 now, i have been label with bipolar, schizophrenic, MDD, ocpd, ptsd, plus anxiety ,along my many stays on what i call the "3rd floor". Ur music is like the darkness we all bury deep in us that we can semi or completely relate to. 💋🖤☠️ We all have demons, just different playgrounds

[@L3m0nad3h3ad]

One of my favorite rapper 🔥🔥🔥

[@BigQ9696]

BLESSINGS HOMIE!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Jondoe-ze9td]

I still don’t know Madison Wisconsin 😂

[@Franciaponce]

Hahaha right? "I say Madison 'cuz nobody knows where TF Sunprarie is." Yea, umm... That doesn't really help bro...

[@cashondeliver]

Nigga that’s the capital

[@cashondeliver]

Of Wisconsin

[@Cuddy83]

Me neither 😂😂😂😂😂

[@myshortstack9705]

GET WELL MAN

[@user-tw4fj9fe1q]

Skitzy he i am a huge fan I feel like we could be related or something . I am from kenosha wi born and raised i have been struggling with a long list of diagnosis in my own mental health so i totally relate and love ur honesty its like u basically told my story its crazy . That ur music brings me into a calm and relaxed almost serene place in my head and thats hard to do thank u for affecting my life and my mind and life so deeply . Much love and respect! P.s Plz tell me ur a packer fan?? Lol jennifer litz kenosha wi 😅

[@camthesooner123]

Shit hit home. Got out of prison on a shooting with intent and I’m 6 years clean now.

[@joannajamerson35]

I'm positive he hears spirits as well.

[@DMVHOODZNDNEWZ]

Usually smoking crack starts at part 5-6 . Straight to point huh vlad ???

[@jayrome2997]

Voices in my head i got a 100 of them i act like im normal but really im undercover crazier than all of them

[@rozellevanwyk7256]

Respect.

[@cheyennehetherington]

We wish we could do stuff like this all the time

[@lacesmitt8307]

And now fet withdrawal, is the worst. Coming down from IV fet use, is absolutely THE worst.

[@jamesborgen2369]

I’ve been self medicating since 12, only time people think im functioning in society is when I have my fix and im left alone… finding the right fix is a dangerous road, and like anything powerful drugs require respect but can be done safely… society degrades and denigrates the life of an addict. Making them live in a paradoxical dichotomy of chronically, ill and criminal. Of physically, sick and morally destitute. Neither of these have any truth, people use drugs as an excuse to be who they want to be in most people want to be shity

[@TharsanJeyachandran]

Lit ep.

[@dudewhy2849]

Yep, he’s a Wisconsin boy. There no getting rid of our accent 😂

[@christopherwalters3320]

Yea I sometimes tell people that wanting to die and actually dying are a bit different. I don’t know how others felt but when I seemed to switch from pure depression to a state where death seemed to make me feel happy and blissful, that’s where it is scary. When I would call someone, that’s a cry for help. When I didn’t say anything to anyone and I was just found in the right amount of time. That was being suicidal. But a cry for help is only one step away from ending it tho. That’s why I get so mad at people who say a cry for help is only attention seeking. It is, but that’s because that person is so scared they don’t know what to do.

[@kinganimation912]

Lol the title sounds dark af

[@riley7495]

I know where sun prairie is. I had no idea this dude was from there. This dude is freaking talented.

[@VibeGamingroom]

Damm I can really relate to this guy I found 20 minutes ago. I Damm I thought I was alone

[@jeffreyblocker7371]

Madison, WI got that 🔥🔥🔥 work!!!!! 😂😂😂

[@Mugen123456789]

I'm dead

[@DougieFresh1414]

No it don't. All the drugs here are literally the worst, all stepped on, cut went fent, all bullshit.

[@jeffreyblocker7371]

@@DougieFresh1414 How long have u been smoking Crack-Rock?? 👀

[@DougieFresh1414]

@@jeffreyblocker7371 I don't I just know people. Every single person will tell you this, that compared to any or other city it's the weakest.

[@tripcreature805]

Drugs are one of those things thats amazing when your doing it, but the come down is horrible. I can't blame him for self medicating I've been there done that. Crack is horrible, and my unlce is addicted to meth and fentanyl and he's on the streets. I'm trying to get off everything that ive been doing.

[@user-zm3fi2og7f]

Yessss yessss yessss skitz hell yeah

[@wiifii5.071]

vlad really brought an actual skool shooter for an interview lolol dayumm

[@ShamanSquirrel]

😂

[@ThisisStephennn]

Ah. The things that make black people laugh

[@darealest6399]

yall lame asf 😂

[@ShamanSquirrel]

@@ThisisStephennn ah the things that butthurt folks these days. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@ShamanSquirrel]

@Andre Comer I was laughing at this obvious joke. 🤷🏾‍♀️ But now I'm laughing at your lame attempt to offend me. 😂

[@cheyennehetherington]

You'll always know it was all worth it baby 🎉❤🎉❤

[@1sloshie]

I have no idea who this is but I want to know this clip was moving

[@VonDut3h]

I played agains sun prairie in HS. From Minnesota

[@forgingmagick4470]

Was having a lot of issues not sure what they are going to say so I little freaked out

[@taylorwillis8016]

Intermittent explosive disorder I need to be evaluated for this. I blew the fuck up at work one day cuz the pop machine are my dollar. So I broke the machine, threw a chair across the room, punched a stop sign and cussed everyone up one side and down the other.... This happens frequently and it's not normal at all

[@alexuselliott1016]

😍😍 I'm just so in love with skitz ! From wisconsin as well (:

[@lookuptamplushboyitsmynewt4743]

Oh no the simpos ar riseing