With Bruce Willis’s battle with dementia, there are worries about Tallulah Willis’ mental health.
A Difficult Period for Bruce Willis’ Family
In a journey marred by adversity, Bruce Willis and his unwavering family have encountered a string of challenges in the past months. The esteemed actor, as it is widely known, received the devastating diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, a degenerative brain condition that has necessitated his retreat from the public eye, potentially for an indefinite period.
While the world has acknowledged the profound love and support bestowed upon Bruce during these trying times by his family, recent reports have surfaced, expressing concerns about the mental welfare of his daughter, Tallulah.
Concerns about Tallulah’s Mental Health Have Increased
As per the latest report from Radar Online, growing concern envelops the Willis family regarding the mental well-being of Tallulah Willis, amidst her father’s ongoing deterioration caused by his illness.
Earlier this year, Bruce Willis’s family candidly confirmed his diagnosis of a specific form of dementia, triggering a wave of emotions within the family. Scout, his daughter, expressed her heartfelt sentiments following the public disclosure, admitting to feeling overwhelmed by the news.
In March, Bruce declared his retirement from acting, prompted by his official diagnosis of aphasia, a condition that significantly impacted his ability to communicate and posed significant challenges on set.
Fast forward to February 2023, the public revelation of his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis further exacerbated the hardships faced by the Willis family. Undoubtedly, the subsequent weeks and months have been an arduous uphill battle, and now they confront yet another distressing situation.
According to Radar Online’s report, Tallulah, Bruce’s daughter with actress Demi Moore, bravely disclosed her battle with anorexia following the dissolution of her engagement with Dillon Buss, occurring less than three months after her father’s aphasia diagnosis
Although details about Tallulah’s condition have been scarce since then, recent claims suggest that Bruce himself was aware of his daughter’s distressing ordeal.
As reported by Radar, a source reveals, “Bruce could witness her gradual deterioration, and it only compounded his own struggles.” The insider goes on to state, “Bruce was utterly devastated when he witnessed Tallulah’s immense suffering.”
The circumstances became so overwhelming that the family eventually reached a point where they believed it would be beneficial to create some distance between themselves.
Struggles and Honest Revelations of Tallulah
Following her separation from Dillon, Tallulah bravely opened up about seeking treatment at a residential facility. It was during this period that she received a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. In a recent deeply personal essay published in Vogue, Tallulah vulnerably shared her journey with body dysmorphia, which initially manifested when she began taking medication for ADHD. While the medication provided her with a newfound sense of intellectual capacity, it also triggered an unintended appetite-suppressing effect.
Reflecting on her experience, Tallulah expressed, “There’s an initially alluring aspect to rapidly losing weight. People react with amazement, saying, ‘Wow!’ But soon enough, it turns into, ‘Are you alright?’ My loved ones and friends were consumed by fear, yet I brushed it off.”
By the arrival of spring in 2022, Tallulah’s weight had plummeted to a mere 84 pounds. She perpetually experienced coldness, relied on mobile IV teams for sustenance, and refrained from walking in her neighborhood out of fear of being unable to find a place to rest and regain her breath.
A Prospect for Healing
Our heartfelt wishes are extended to Tallulah as she embarks on her healing journey and strives for a full recovery. Her circumstances are undeniably arduous, as she confronts her personal battles while simultaneously facing her father’s health challenges.
May we unite in sharing this article, sending an outpouring of love and prayers to the Willis family during this trying period, offering our support and strength in their time of need.