They are beautiful and famous. They star in movies or give concerts, talk to the press and post pictures on social networks. And few people know that they have to fight difficult illnesses every day.
Holly Berry. Depression
It is hard to believe that a beautiful and successful actress has been struggling with depression for many years. Despite her inner turmoil, Holly's bright and open smile hides it all— she even admitted attempting suicide.
Tom Cruise. Dyslexia.
It's not a disease, literally. Tom just has decreased brain activity in the left hemisphere so he can neither read nor write. Letters don't make sense to him, so signing any contract for Cruise becomes a nightmare.
Vanessa Rider. Kleptomania
So it would seem, an actress, a celebrity, a nominee for the 'Oscar'? Live and rejoice. But Winona has repeatedly been caught shoplifting, several times bringing her to court. Kleptomaniacs do not care what they steal; the process itself is important. Ryder was even caught by the police - surveillance cameras recorded how she cut off the price tag from clothing right in the shopping hall without bothering other buyers."
Steven Fry. Bipolar Disorder
For many years, Fry was tormented by sudden mood swings - highs were replaced by falls into the darkest depths of depression. He had to take antidepressants. It was only when he was already thirty that Steven was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Katherine Zeta-Jones. Manic-Depressive Psychosis
An amazing woman, beautiful and talented, has been suffering from manic-depressive psychosis for many years. Unlike many celebrities, she doesn't make a secret of her illness, but on the contrary believes that the truth will help many people who suffer from similar diagnoses. There is nothing shameful in asking for help, according to Zeta-Jones.
Elton John. Bulimia
The famous musician has been repeatedly accused of using psychotropic drugs, as well as in an attempt to keep a healthy weight he developed bulimia. This disease consists of eating large amounts of food and then forcing oneself to vomit, resulting in the body not even trying to retain anything. Sir Elton had to go through rehabilitation at a special center.
Mary-Kate Olsen. Nervous anorexia
The early success of Olsen cousins didn't do them any good. In high school, Mary-Kate started to lose weight drastically and developed anorexia to the point where her body shut down and some organs stopped functioning. Treatment took six weeks and she is still fighting the after-effects of the disorder, advising everyone who plans on going on a strict diet to think twice.
Mel Gibson. Bipolar Disorder
Nobody would have thought that the fun-loving and party goer Mel Gibson suffers from bipolar affective disorder. Yet, it is exactly as such. All of his aggression and inappropriate behavior are caused by this sickness, since the actor refuses to take any pills that could help him manage the symptoms of psychosis.
Princess Diana. Nervous Bulimia
Even living in palaces is not as sweet as it seems. The fame, media attention, and the need to meet expectations drove Princess Diana to nervous breakdowns. She carefully hid her attacks of "binges" which made her vomit and led to depression.
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