Stars & Struggles
Welcome to Stars & Struggles, where we explore the mental health journeys of celebrities. Here, we shed light on the challenges faced by those in the spotlight, demonstrating that mental health issues don't discriminate. Through these stories, we aim to reduce stigma, inspire hope, and show that even our idols are human.
The Industry’s Denial of Mental Health Crisis
Discover how insurance companies deny or limit mental health care, creating critical obstacles for Americans in need of timely treatment and support. Unmask the ongoing challenges in accessing mental health services.
Fame and the Inability to Say No
Discover how fame challenges public figures with constant demands and the struggle to say no. Learn strategies to set healthy boundaries, reduce stress, and maintain balance in the spotlight.
Behind the Music: Mental Meltdowns on Tour and the Pressures Facing Performers
Discover the hidden mental health challenges musicians face on tour—from anxiety and burnout to emotional meltdowns. Learn how performers cope with the intense pressures of life on the road.
Why Many Celebrities Fear Retirement and the Challenges They Face
Discover why celebrities often fear retirement, facing challenges like loss of identity, purpose, and public relevance as they step away from the spotlight.
Celebrity Crying Videos: Exploring Emotional Release and Media Sensationalism
Explore the impact of celebrity crying videos—are they authentic emotional releases or strategic media sensationalism? Discover how these moments affect viewers and online engagement.
Fame and Fertility: Mental Health Challenges Often Ignored in Celebrity Parenthood
Explore how fame amplifies mental health struggles linked to fertility in celebrity parents. Discover the importance of awareness and support for these often overlooked challenges.
Is There Healing After Public Humiliation?
Explore how healing is possible after public humiliation. Learn about the emotional journey, recovery strategies, and personal growth to rebuild self-worth and move forward.
Fame and the Loss of Spontaneity
Discover how celebrity status impacts everyday freedom, turning spontaneous moments into calculated decisions under constant public scrutiny. Explore the hidden challenges of living in the spotlight.
Does Therapy Even Help When You’re World-Famous?
Discover how therapy benefits world-famous individuals like Justin Bieber and Kristen Bell, helping them manage stress, public scrutiny, and personal challenges for better mental health.
The Strain of Public Grief on Celebrity Mental Health
Explore how public grief impacts celebrity mental health and the emotional challenges they face under intense media and social scrutiny. Learn strategies for navigating these pressures.
The Chronic Stress of Constant Critique
Discover how constant criticism leads to chronic stress, anxiety, and lowered self-esteem. Learn about its impact on mental health and ways to manage persistent negativity for better wellbeing.
Mental Health as Image Control: Understanding the Intersection of Perception and Wellbeing
Explore the link between mental health and the mind’s control over mental images. Learn how intrusive thoughts impact anxiety, PTSD, and depression, and discover scientific insights into perception and emotional wellbeing.
Celebrity Work Ethic or Mania Disguised?
Discover how celebrities like Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise, and Mark Cuban balance relentless drive with mental health challenges. Is it true dedication or mania disguised? Explore the fine line between success and obsession in the spotlight.
How Celebrity Coaches May Be Making Things Worse for Personal Development
Discover how celebrity coaches' focus on fame and publicity may negatively impact athletes' growth, team dynamics, and confidence in personal development.
The Illusion of Control in Celebrity Lives
Explore how the illusion of control shapes celebrity images, revealing the gap between glamorous public perception and the intense scrutiny and pressures celebrities face behind the scenes
How Stardom Magnifies Childhood Wounds
Discover how fame intensifies childhood emotional struggles by exposing young stars to public scrutiny, heightened expectations, and amplified insecurities, affecting their long-term emotional development.
The Hidden Panic Behind the Perfect Interview
Discover how hidden anxiety affects job interviews and learn strategies to manage stress, stay authentic, and make a confident impression in high-pressure conversations.
Fame and Attachment Disorders: Understanding the Psychological Impact of Celebrity
Discover how fame can increase the risk of attachment disorders, especially in young celebrities facing public scrutiny and disrupted early relationships. Learn about the psychological impact of celebrity life on emotional well-being.
Boundaries in the Age of Celebrity Accessibility
Explore how social media blurs the line between celebrities' public and private lives, and why setting boundaries is crucial for healthy fan-celebrity relationships in the digital age.
Emotional Regulation in the Age of the Livestream
Discover how to navigate emotional regulation during livestreams, balancing real-time public reactions and digital stress to maintain mental wellbeing and avoid impulsive responses.