Maia Campbell Update: She’s in Treatment #maiastruth

September 8, 2009

First of all, thank you for your support and kindness in regard to Maia (My-ee-ah) Campbell. Last night I received a wonderful email from a friend of her late mother, Bebe Moore Campbell. Nancy Carter, executive director of NAMI Urban Los Angeles (NAMI Urban Los Angeles (NULA) is the urban affiliate of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness), thanking BlackWeb20.com for the coverage and the compassion shown towards Maia. Nancy alerted me to my error and explained that Maia has been diagnosed with bi-polar/manic depression. And because substance abuse is involved she has co-occurring disorder, which has symptoms similar to schizophrenia.

In short, Maia is mentally ill and has a substance abuse problem.

Nancy returned my phone call to her and shared some important and good news: Maia is in treatment. And she said that there is hope for Maia’s recovery but the prayers of “50,000,000″ people can make the difference, because Maia doesn’t like to stay in treatment, and her treatment involves drug withdrawal as well as treatment for her disorders.

Nancy was awestruck by the wonderful comments left on our site and by the general outpouring of support. She asked me to tell you that Maia’s disorders are exasperated and sent out of control by substance abuse. Pre-existing and early onset bi-polar, clinical depression and schizophrenia can be sent out of control by marijuana (the worst culprit), alcohol and of course, synthetic and street drugs.

Maintain your hope for Maia’s recovery. Nancy said, “She can use her beauty, talent, and celebrity for the good of others.”

Visit NAMI Urban LA’s site to view a tribute video to Bebe Moore Campbell, co-founder of the organization.

Email Maia well-wishes to maiastruth (at) blackweb20.com

Category: Celeb 2.0, News, web 2.0 | Tags: African Americans, Bebe Moore Campbell, bi-polar, Maia Campbell, manic depression, Mental Disorders, NAMI Urban LA, Nancy Carter, Schizophrenia, Treatment

Yolanda

This is such wonderful news. Thank God Maia is in treatment. I have a sister that's bipolar and she manages very well with medication. There is hope Maia. God is always on time.

Guest

i will keep Maia in prayer. Undeserving young lady of such misfortune. It is sad that we as society prey upon situations like this. Laugh now, cry later when it is someone closer to you. Keeping it real, we have all been there with someone in our families dealing with the demons of drugs. This battle becomes even more difficult when mental illness is a factor. Maia, find yourself, love yourself and most of all embrace God.

Cheri

I have been praying endlessly for Maia. I was heartbroken to hear of all the negative coverage. I am elated to know that she is in recovery and I will continue to pray for her. I have 2 brothers that fell prey to substains abuse. My one brother has 25 years clean and my other brother is still stugling to overcome this deamon. With the help of her family and friends, I know she can get through this and defeat this.

Guest

I'm so thankful to hear that Maia is in treatment. I have been praying for her since I first received that horrible video from someone.

Guest

My prayers go out to her I know first hand what the woman is going through and it's rough, even though I don't suffer from the shz, I do suffer from bipolar and other sicknesses, but I learned after the development of my second sickness I just have to trust in the Most High and well I should be in the darkest hour of my life, I'm not alone, I have family. I am grateful to say that the Most High's grace, and mercy has carried me during this time, seeing that I thought it was a reaction from the medication that I was on for the Bipolar. May the Most High's will be done, his grace is enough. This too with time will pass.... =-X

Guest

I M SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT SHE IS GETTING HELP WITH HER ILLNESS. IM STILL SADDEN BY HOW SOME PEOPLE CAN USE ANOTHERS DOWN FALL OR ILLNESS AS A WAY TO GET THEM MONEY OR EXSPOSURE. I WISH HER THE BEST ;)

Guest

God answers prayers!! I'm so very happy to hear that Maia is in treatment. I'll pray now that she stays for the duration. For however long it takes. I've been reading for the past few days just how much this Woman has touched peoples hearts. I know for sure I've had a dull ache in my chest since viewing the video and have been thinking about trying to go and find her myself to help herbut I'm so thankful to God that she is being treated. I'm praying that she'll be surrounded by Angels and begin the long road to a full recovery. She has a lot to live for and I hope that her life can be the best it's ever been going forward. Keep going Maia. We love you.

Guest

i am realy saddened by what i saw and realy wonder how unkind people can be at your lowest moment. Maia be strong and i know there are still good people who will stand by her.

Guest

Thank you for ths update, it is good to know the sistah is getting what she needs

Guest

What GREAT news! I am SO glad to hear that Maia's receiving the help she needs. I was heartbroken to see the video of her. It was hard for me to see such a beautiful, talented woman being destroyed by her situation. I have first hand experience with bipolar disorder as my husband's mother suffers from the illness. I know all too well how exhausting it is for the person dealing with the illness as well as for the family members involved. I will continue to pray for Maia's recovery and well-being. She has so much to offer the world and I hope that we get to see her use her God-given talents and abilities in a positive and enlightening way. Good luck to you Maia and God Bless you!!!