Doja Cat says she is confronting a difficult mental health challenge after revealing a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder.
The 30-year-old artist shared the news in a candid video posted to social media, where she spoke openly about her emotional struggles and years of therapy. The singer, whose real name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, told fans the condition has affected her for much of her life.
“I have borderline personality disorder,” she said in the video. “It caught up with me.”
Doja Cat described the condition as deeply painful and said it has shaped how she processes emotions and relationships.
“It’s an agonizing thing,” she added, explaining that she spent years masking her feelings and pretending everything was fine.
Her remarks prompted an outpouring of support from fans online and renewed conversations about mental health awareness in the entertainment industry.
Opening Up About Mental Health
Borderline personality disorder, often referred to as BPD, is a mental health condition marked by intense emotions, impulsive behavior and unstable relationships. It can also involve struggles with self-image and emotional regulation.
Doja Cat said she believes she has lived with the condition for years before fully understanding it.
She explained that hiding her true emotions became a habit over time. That coping strategy, she said, eventually became overwhelming.
“I spent most of my life pretending everything was okay,” she said.
The performer also noted that therapy has been a major part of her healing process. She said she has spent years working with professionals and continues to focus on self-awareness.
According to the singer, the journey has been difficult but necessary.
Despite the challenges, she said she is proud of the progress she has made.
A Message to Fans
Doja Cat also used the moment to encourage honesty and empathy when discussing mental health.
She urged fans who may be struggling to seek support and speak openly about their experiences.
The artist pointed to resources such as the 988 mental health crisis hotline and emphasized the importance of asking for help when needed.
Her comments came during a broader discussion about public scrutiny of artists. In the same video, she defended fellow musician Chappell Roan amid criticism over the singer’s response to paparazzi.
Doja Cat said she admired Roan’s willingness to set boundaries in the spotlight.
The moment reflected the singer’s broader message about authenticity and self-protection in a demanding industry.
For Doja Cat, the public disclosure marks another chapter in a career often defined by openness with fans. The artist has previously spoken about therapy and the pressures of fame.
Now, she hopes sharing her diagnosis can help others feel less alone.
“I’m learning to be honest with myself,” she said.