Gucci Mane, the 45‑year‑old rap icon, just opened up again about his mental‑health battles. In a new book called Episodes and on the popular “Breakfast Club” radio show, the artist explained that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia – a mix that had once led him to give away money and jewelry, and to go through frightening “episodes” that forced him to cut off public access to his social‑media accounts.
The rapper credits his wife, 40‑year‑old Keyshia Ka’oir, for keeping him grounded. They’ve been married for eight years and share two children, eldest son Ice (4) and daughter Iceland (1). Ka’oir said she handles his mental‑health routine by deleting his Instagram and other accounts whenever she notices a change in his mood. “I get his phone, change the password, and block everything,” she told listeners. She watched him become quiet, skip meals, and not sleep, and spoke out after his texts turned choppy and text‑heavy.
During the interview, the couple compared their situation with other celebrities who have struggled publicly, mentioning Kim Kardashian’s own struggles that prompted Ka’oir to reach out for support. When the host, Charlamagne tha God, brought up Kanye West’s past outbursts, Guangzhou’da admitted that he once gave away valuable jewelry to friends who sensed he was “not well.” He said he now keeps his teammates and clients in check, knowing that the only preventive measure he has is therapy and medication.
Mane says he decided to seek professional help after a “scary” episode he had during the COVID‑19 pandemic. “I realized I had to hold myself accountable and take care of my health,” he explained. He promised to keep his family safe, noting that he didn’t want a new episode to derail the future he built with Ka’oir.
He’s currently seeing a therapist and taking prescribed medication, and has said he won’t let a mental‑health crisis ruin his parenting goals. “I want to be here for my kids and make sure nothing comes in between me and them,” he stated.
In closing, Gucci Mane said the only way to get better is personal effort. “People can want it for you, but you still have to want it more than anyone else,” he told listeners. The rapper’s candidness and his wife’s support highlight how ongoing treatment and family help can change the narrative for those living with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
Source: New York Post
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