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German Singer Elif Reveals Severe Depression, Says She Is Stabilizing in Athens

Her Instagram post describes seeking hospital care, urging people to believe those who ask for help.

Overview

  • Elif disclosed that a recent private event triggered a deep depressive episode over the past weeks.
  • She said her condition was "very critical" and that she is in Athens with a friend to stabilize, noting only slight improvement so far.
  • She detailed symptoms including hopelessness, loss of appetite and energy, insomnia, racing thoughts, migraines, forgetfulness, withdrawal, and panic.
  • She sought help at a hospital, telling a psychiatrist she feared not being believed, and she appeals to others to take such warnings seriously.
  • She posted candid photos and chat excerpts and reflected that earlier therapy and music were insufficient, citing her late mother’s long struggle with depression.