Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Everson Griffen posted on his Instagram Friday that he has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Griffen, who on Nov. 24 was involved in a scary incident at his home that saw authorities take hours to coax him out safely, said he is going to become an advocate for mental health.
It’s true I am bipolar. I will embrace it and I will be an advocate for mental health. I been running from it a long time. I’m not ashamed of it anymore. It all started when my mother passed away. Went into a dark place, thought I was great for many years. I promise this time I will do everything the experts say. I love my family and I miss my friends. Thank you for all the love and support, but most of all thank you for all the prayers. #bEGreat #mentalhealthawareness
Griffen was placed on the non-football illness reserve list on Nov. 26. He will miss his second straight game on Sunday at Detroit.
