Selena Gomez Is Taking Time Off To Deal With "Anxiety, Panic Attacks and Depression"

Selena Gomez is taking a break from her Revival world tour to deal with “anxiety, panic attacks and depression”.

In a statement, the singer said she was grappling with the side effects of lupus (for which she underwent chemotherapy treatment in 2013).

“I want to be proactive and focus on maintaining my health and happiness and have decided that the best way forward is to take some time off,” she said.

“I need to face this head on to ensure I am doing everything possible to be my best.”

The status of the rest of her tour remains unknown. She was set to visit Europe and South America between now and the end of the year.

She is yet to post a message about her hiatus on Instagram, where she is the most followed person on the planet.

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