Bynes’ diagnosis revealed?
Amanda Bynes has reportedly been diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
A source told Radar Online that the actress – who recently moved to a rehab facility in Malibu after spending over a month undergoing psychiatric treatment at the UCLA Medical Centre – will live a "long, normal life" on the correct medication.
The insider revealed: "She does indeed have schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It was what Amanda’s parents, Rick and Lynn, had suspected all along.
"Nevertheless, it was difficult to process for Amanda’s parents. The bright side is that Amanda can lead a long, normal life, as long as she takes her medication. Doctors at the treatment facility are still working to get Amanda therapeutic meds and she’s responding to the medications she is being given to treat her dual diagnosis."
The insider continued: "Amanda is responding very well to her new doctors and treatment. It’s a much better.
"UCLA just wasn’t the right fit for Amanda. She was turning into a zombie and was withdrawing into herself even more."
Bynes was placed under an involuntary psychiatric hold in July after starting a fire in a stranger’s driveway, but her parents revealed that she is improving under medical supervision.
A statement released through their lawyer read: "Currently, upon recommendation by the skilled healthcare professionals at UCLA Medical Center, Amanda is receiving specialised treatment in a private facility outside of Los Angeles.
"Amanda is making great strides towards recovery. The entire Bynes family would like to ask that they be given some measure of privacy so they can focus on Amanda’s health and well-being. The Bynes family would also like to thank all of Amanda’s supporters and well-wishers for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
