New York: Kim Kardashian West has asked the public to show compassion and empathy to her husband Kanye West, who caused a stir this week after fulminating in a series of social media posts. She says he is bi-polar.
The reality TV star posted a lengthy message on Wednesday on her Instagram Live feed, explaining that life has been complicated for her family and West, who ranted against historical figure Harriet Tubman and discussed abortion on Sunday while he declared himself a US presidential candidate. The Grammy-winning singer's statements have raised concerns about his mental health.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West, pictured in 2015. Credit:AP
"As many of you know, Kanye has bi-polar disorder. Anyone who has this or has a loved one in their life who does, knows how incredibly complicated and painful it is to understand," she wrote.
"I've never spoken publicly about how this has affected us at home because I am very protective of our children and Kanye's right to privacy when it comes to his health. But today, I feel like I should comment on it because of the stigma and misconceptions about mental health."
Kardashian West did not mention West's stated plan to run for the White House in the November 2020 election. West held a rally in South Carolina at the weekend under his self-styled Birthday Party banner but has not outlined any coherent political policies.
"I understand Kanye is subject to criticism because he is a public figure and his actions at times can cause strong opinions and emotions. He is a brilliant but complicated person who on top of the pressures of being an artist and a black man, who experienced the painful loss of his mother, and has to deal with the pressure and isolation that is heightened by his bi-polar disorder," Kardashian West wrote.
"Those who are close with Kanye know his heart and understand his words some times do not align with his intentions."
On Tuesday, in a series of since-deleted Twitter posts, West wrote that he had been considering divorcing his wife. In another post he called out Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner. On Monday, he claimed his wife tried to lock him up. And on Sunday at his political rally, the 21-time Grammy winner became tearful while talking about his mother, who died following plastic surgery complications in 2007.
West and Kardashian West were married in 2014. They have four children.
Kardashian West thanked fans and friends for expressing concern about West.
"We as a society talk about giving grace to the issue of mental health as a whole, however we should also give it to the individuals who are living with it in times when they need it the most. I kindly ask that the media and public give us the compassion and empathy that is needed so that we can get through this," she wrote.
"Thank you for those who have expressed concern for Kanye's well being and for your understanding."
Support is available for those who may be distressed by phoning Lifeline 13 11 14; Mensline 1300 789 978; Kids Helpline 1800 551 800; beyondblue 1300 224 636.
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