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Bella Hadid opens up about suffering from serious depression and we shouldn't overlook it

Intense bullying has brought her there. - by Bianca Mastroianni
  • 04 Jun 2018

Bella Hadid is one of the most successful and well-known models in the world right now. To us, she has the world at her feet - which in a way, she does - however... everyone has their own sh*t, and Bella Hadid is entitled to it.

In a new interview with Instyle, Bella has opened up about her struggles, including being self-conscious and suffering from depression.

"We all have our stuff to overcome, and that’s what I want to preach to the kids these days," she said.

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"I went through a serious depression last year, and I think it stemmed from when I was younger and [being bullied by] the kids in school. And now, I guess I shouldn’t be as self-conscious—people tell me that every day—but it’s a personal thing. We all go through it because we’re human."

Now, Bella has admitted that she's used to the criticism, and doesn't let it get to her anymore. 

"It’s taken me a long time to learn not to listen," she said.

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"I turn my phone off and remember that the people around me are the only ones whose opinions I really care about," she continued. "Why would I read those comments? They are usually coming more for my character than for my face, which is more hurtful."

It's something we should all adhere to: don't listen to the haters. 

It's a shocking but understandable reminder that even celebrities are human, and their mental health is just as important as anybody else's.

If you, or someone you know needs help, speak confidentially to a trained counsellor 24 hours a day:

Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.

Lifeline on 13 11 14

Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636

Bianca Mastroianni
Bianca Mastroianni
Deputy Digital Content Manager | Entertainment & Family

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