Musician Yung Lean Shares Bipolar Disorder and Sobriety Struggles

In a recent interview, musician Yung Lean candidly discussed his mental health journey and path to sobriety. Lean revealed that he had experienced a psychotic episode without the influence of any drugs, leading to a bipolar disorder diagnosis. This resulted in him being hospitalized in 2017, putting his life "on hold" as he grappled with the side effects of antipsychotic medications.

During this challenging period, Lean also struggled with substance abuse, relying on Tramadol, Kratom, and alcohol to cope. However, around two years ago, he made the decision to get completely sober, losing weight and feeling a renewed sense of lightness. Lean acknowledged that the "circus" of fame and the difficulties he faced, such as the passing of a loved one, had taken a toll, but he now views these experiences as less "deep" and more manageable.

With his mental health stabilized and his sobriety intact, Yung Lean appears to have found a more balanced perspective, recognizing that "it's not that deep, any of this" and that he can approach his music and career with a more playful, less serious mindset.