VIDEO: Rebbie Jackson Talks About Daughter's Bipolar Disorder

Michael Jackson’s oldest sister, Rebbie, and her daughter, Yashi, who suffers from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, are embarking on a speaking tour to talk about mental illness. Yashi has said that coming from the famous Jackson family made it even more difficult to cope with her mental-health issues, but the two hope to raise awareness…

Michael Jackson’s oldest sister, Rebbie, and her daughter, Yashi, who suffers from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, are embarking on a speaking tour to talk about mental illness. Yashi has said that coming from the famous Jackson family made it even more difficult to cope with her mental-health issues, but the two hope to raise awareness about the conditions among everyday Americans.

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