Selena Gomez says she is taking some time off to deal with panic attacks, anxiety and depression.
In a statement, the singer revealed her mental health problems are a side effect of her lupus diagnosis.She revealed last year that she was being treated for the disease which affects the body’s immune system. The 24-year-old says she now needs time out to face her health issues “head on.””I’ve discovered that anxiety, panic attacks and depression can be side effects of Lupus, which can present their own challenges.”
“I want to be proactive and focus on maintaining my health and happiness and have decided that the best way forward is to take some time off.”