Famous American singer Mariah Carey said that for a long time she is mentally ill.

So, in an interview with the publication "People" admitted that she suffers from bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive psychosis. This disease manifests itself in sharp mood swings.

As it turned out, doctors put this diagnosis on the singer in 2001, when she was hospitalized after physical and moral exhaustion, but she refused to believe it.

"I did not want the disease to become a blot on my career, I did not want to endure the disgrace of the disease for a lifetime that would define me and, perhaps, finish my career. I was so afraid of losing everything, so I convinced myself that the only way to cope with the problem is not to think about it, "she said..

Mariah also added that until recently she lived in isolation and constant fear that someone could expose her.

"It was too heavy a burden for me. I was looking for treatment and help, and I got them.

I also surrounded myself with positive people, and I went back to what I liked - writing songs and playing music. Anyway, I realized that it was time to finally share my story, "- said the celebrity.

At the moment, Carey is being treated for bipolar disorder of the second type.

"Now I am taking medication, thanks to which I do not feel tired or lethargic. Find the necessary balance - that's very important, "- summed up the singer.

Recall, earlier Madonna surprised provocative manner.