SURPRISING KPOP IDOLS THAT HAS BEEN DIAGNOSE OF DEPRESSION

Not surprisingly, the entertainment world is very hard wherever the country is, not any less in South Korea. There are even someone who suffer from psychological disorders such as depression and even end up to end their own lives. Suicide rate is quiet high generally in South Korea, and the pressure of keeping a clean image all the time make someone depressed. Even those who fight it and managed to get back up, still struggle and fight with their inner mind. Here are several KPOP idols who battle with their black dogs (depression):

1. IU

During the 2014 Healing Camp episode, IU revealed how she had experienced bulimia (a type of serious and potentially life-threatening eating disorder). IU said that her heart felt empty and she feel worried all the time because of her thought that she was not a talented singer. To fill the void, IU ate until she vomits. Fortunately, IU sought treatment and is believed to have successfully overcome the eating disorder.

2. Suzy

Suzy is famous as Korea's sweetheart because she has the beauty, fame, wealth, and love of her people. She said that his crying was the result of feeling crushed under the burden of so many people's hopes at the Healing Camp. It seems she also struggled with the depression. In 2013, Suzy cried during the Gu Family Book press conference due to pressure. She might feel pressure acting with more mature and adult environment when she was still young, yet expected to act like an adult.

3. Suga (BTS)

He first revealed about his depression in 2014 in an interview on the radio. He was working hard to lose weight and stated that he had struggled with depression since his pre-debut days. Suga stated that at that time due to his body fat and figure. He used to be have a not ideal weight for kpop idols.

In addition, in 2016 during an interview with Grazia magazine, Suga discussed his personal mixtape 'Agust D' which contained several mental health issues, including depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and social anxiety. Through the song "The Last", Suga shares his own personal experiences by seeking professional help.

4. Henry (Super Junior M)

Henry is known for his erratic but charming personality. But in 2014, his fans gained further insight into his personality. Henry opened about himself in a show Real Men with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder which he suffered through middle school.

5. Nam Taehyun

Nam Taehyun revealed that he also suffered from insomnia and depression. He told fans that he had difficulty managing his anger and had received professional help. During the broadcast, a fan told the former WINNER member that he struggled with insomnia and depression. He believed with his fans , he could overcome their interference.

6. Lee Haein

Lee Haein found himself unable to compete with other members when they were trained for their debuts. . The former Produce 101 contestant and also a member of the I.B.I girl group left her agency, HYWY due to panic disorder. Through his personal Instagram, Lee Haein stated that he experienced panic disorder after experiencing trauma at the previous agency, SS.

8. Key (SHINee)

Key's psychological disorder was revealed after he commented on his fans' Instagram posts. At that time, a fan stated that he would hurt himself. Key also share his "bad habit" in the past and when he was growing up, it left a scar in his body. As a result thanks to encouragement from Key, his fans stopped taking negative actions.

7. Lee Joon

Lee Joon was initially registered as an active soldier in the hope of fighting his panic disorder. On March 30, Prain TPC as Lee Joon's agency announced that Lee Joon would complete the rest of his army as a public service worker, due to panic disorder. This decision based on his condition that it has not shown any improvement. The military screening procedure considers him unfit to continue active duty.