5 K-Pop Idols Who Gave Us Mental Health Care Tips

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On the outside, the life of a K-Pop star seems glamorous and exciting. But the path of an idol is often filled with many hardships and difficulties. These obstacles can lead to various mental health issues that affect many idols throughout the industry.

Previously, conversations about mental health were avoided or brushed off. However, the importance of mental health has grown significantly and several idols have gone on breaks or hiatuses because of it.

Idols have become more candid and honest about their mental health. They also understand that many suffer from similar, if not the same, mental health issues. Through interviews, podcasts, and live streams, they offer small snippets of advice to aid anyone going through a difficult time. No matter how small, many fans and non-fans alike greatly appreciate these idols for their uplifting words.

Here are just some idols who have provided valuable mental health care tips.

 

1. Girls' Generation's TaeYeon

Many long time fans know that TaeYeon often speaks about her struggles with depression. She has mentioned this through both live broadcasts and interviews. In a YouTube video published by ELLE Korea, she talks about the importance o