Meryll Soriano revealed she had suicidal episodes in the past
Actress Meryll Soriano recalled her past suicidal episodes because of her role in the upcoming period film ‘Culion’.
She shared that when she was just a teenager, she also went through depression. That reached to the point that she attempted to end her life twice.
Her attempted suicide happened after she was clinically diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Based on the report from Inquirer, Meryll admitted that she was depressive when she was younger.
“It’s like a phase. Now, I understand myself more. I’ve been with my psychiatrist/sober counselor for 12 years now,” she admitted. “There’s a need for one. If you can accept that you need help from someone, it’s very liberating. It’s better if you have a support system that’s medical, not only from family and friends,” Meryll shared as she recalled her younger days.
“I know a lot of friends who are still dealing with such great darkness. That’s why it’s important for me to be a part of this project,” she shared.
In the upcoming movie, the actress will be playing the role of Ditas, one of three best friends (Anna and Doris) afflicted with leprosy in the 1940s.
They are living in Culion which served as their virtual prison.
Meryll Soriano shared a few details about her character in the movie written by Ricky Lee and produced by Shandii Bacolod for iOptions Ventures Corp.
“Her experience is the most painful among the women because it’s not just physical. She’s battling not only her illness, but also her memories. This is what actually cripples her. This is also why she would try to kill herself. She is so nonchalant about committing suicide. It’s as if she has nothing more to lose. She has lost hope completely,” the actress shared.
She added that nowadays more and more people are openly discussing depression which as a good thing, based on the report.
Because of these, according to Meryll Soriano, people have a better understanding of this mental health problem.
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