Summary
English singer Lola Young said she is stepping back from her music career after falling ill on stage in New York City. Young, who has schizoaffective disorder, shared her struggles with this mental health condition that includes symptoms of both schizophrenia and mood disorders. Experts explain that this disorder affects a small percentage of people and requires careful treatment and monitoring.
Key Facts
- Lola Young is a 24-year-old English singer known for her hit song "Messy."
- She announced a break from music after collapsing during a performance in New York City.
- Young has schizoaffective disorder, diagnosed in 2019, which has symptoms of both schizophrenia and mood disorders.
- Schizoaffective disorder can include hallucinations and mood changes, such as mania or depression.
- This disorder is rare, impacting about 0.3% of people.
- It is most often found in people aged 25 to 35, with women slightly more likely to develop it.
- The disorder may be influenced by genetics, family history, and environmental factors.
- Treatment often involves medications like antipsychotics and antidepressants, under careful supervision.
