Dubstep pioneer Benga opens up about his mental health
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Dubstep pioneer Benga has revealed why he suddenly stepped out of the spotlight back in 2014.
He's been telling fans on Twitter that mental health problems led to him quitting music last February.
He says that his "bipolar was brought on by drugs and the schizophrenia was the result of excessive touring".
He explains: "I don't want sympathy but [do want] to raise awareness. Because if I had help early the damage could have been controlled!
Benga performing with long time friend Skream
"If you know someone that suffers from mental health issues you'll understand how alone you feel until it's recognised. Many people suffer."
The reaction to his news has been positive with both fans and fellow musicians giving their support.
The positive response has clearly touched Benga who has been retweeting those people showing him love.
He tweeted: Well that was easier than I thought!, external
He was asked by a fan what made him realise he had a problem.
"I didn't, I got sectioned and when the drugs hit me I started to think about some of the things I had done," he replied.
He also took the chance to thank "his girl" for standing by him and apologised to his closest friends.
Benga reflected on how alone he felt even though he was now coming out of the other side.
He tweeted: The stigma around it is what makes you so alone.... Nobody recognises it. , external
There seem to be signs that the producer has been making music again this year.
He posted a link to a new track after asking fans to retweet a message if they wanted to hear one.
He responded with this. , external
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