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Wed, Sep 16, 2015, 11:15
- "My bipolar was brought on by drugs and the schizophrenia was the result of excessive touring," the retired DJ says.
Benga has spoken out on his mental health issues.
In a series of tweets published this morning, the DJ and producer explained the reason behind his retirement from DJing in 2014. He says he developed bipolar disorder that was "brought on by drugs" and schizophrenia that "was the result of excessive touring."
He added: "If you know someone that suffers from mental health issues you'll understand how alone you feel until it's recognised. Many people suffer." His tweets drew a warm response from fans as well as fellow DJs and producers.
Here are the tweets: