Demi Lovato
When singer Demi Lovator was 22 years old, she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, after years of struggling with addition and also eating disorders. She opened up about her struggles with all three in an interview with Women’s Health magazine.
Demi Lovato
She said: “It’s possible to live well, feel well, and also find happiness with bipolar disorder or any other mental illness they’re struggling with.” While getting treatment, Demi has been involved in spreading awareness and fighting stigmas around mental health. She is an active advocate for Be Vocal” Speak Up for Mental Health.
Missy Elliot
In 2011, Missy Elliot opened up and shared that she was diagnosed with Graves’ disease, although she was diagnosed back in 2008. Graves’ disease is a condition that attacks the thyroid, resulting in an overactive thyroid, also known as hyperthyroidism.
Missy Elliot
Even though once diagnosed it is a condition you must live with forever, it can be managed through medication, diet, and exercise. Missy shared that she was on medication but stressed that it is important to supplement meds with a healthy lifestyle.
