Singer Halsey baring her life to help others

Singer Halsey wants to remove the stigma of mental illness by speaking about her experience

Pop singer Halsey is taking a break to learn more about herself before making a third album.
Pop singer Halsey is taking a break to learn more about herself before making a third album. PHOTO: PETER DONAGHY
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American pop singer Halsey is one celebrity who is not afraid of opening up about the more difficult moments of her life.

She has spoken out about her mental illness as well as being sexually abused, all in the hopes of helping others overcome the stigma of discussing such issues.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on August 08, 2018, with the headline Singer Halsey baring her life to help others. Subscribe