Latin Star Maluma Opens Up About His Battle With Depression and Anxiety

Latin music superstar Maluma revealed in a candid interview his struggles with depression, anxiety, and stress. Speaking on the podcast Se Regalan Dudas, he described periods of intense emotional distress where he often cried and could not understand what was happening to him. Maluma said, "If I am alive, it is a miracle," highlighting how difficult those times were for him.

He explained that his anxiety was so overwhelming that it disrupted his sleep, which in turn worsened his mental state. Maluma prefers not to label his feelings as "anxiety," believing that naming it gives the mind control over him. Instead, he emphasized his belief in therapeutic work and the power of language to influence emotional well-being, crediting neuro-linguistic programming and professional support for helping him through his recovery.

In May, Maluma released his latest album, Loco X Volver, which he described as his most personal project to date. However, the album did not achieve the commercial success of his previous works and did not enter Billboard's Latin album charts.

The interview also served as a reminder about the importance of mental health awareness and suicide prevention, encouraging those around individuals in crisis to offer support and guide them toward professional help. Resources such as ERAN and SAHAR were mentioned for those seeking assistance.