Is Elon Musk’s mental health a cause for concern? Well-known biographer thinks so – General Motors (NYSE:GM), ARK Innovation ETF (ARCA:ARKK)

biographer Seth Abramsonwho said he was writing a biography Muskcited the billionaire entrepreneur’s recent online behavior and raised concerns about his mental health.
What happened: Abramson, who has been tracking Musk’s online activities for the past two years, posted on X last week expressing his concerns about Musk’s mental health.
“I have reason to believe that Elon Musk may be crazy,” he said. “I am Musk’s biographer and have been tracking his online behavior for the past two years, given his admitted mental illness, heavy drug use and severe… Stress, and there is now reason to fear that he is seriously unwell.
“There is now reason to worry that he is seriously unwell. Protect America from Elon Musk,” he wrote in another post.
He also mentioned Musk’s role as the head of the Department of Government Effectiveness (DOGE) under the Trump administration, emphasizing that Musk’s influence could threaten national stability.
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“His control of the ‘essential industries of civilization’ and his upcoming role in government means his erratic behavior endangers us all,” Abramson said.
Abramson’s concerns stem from Musk’s own admission of mental illness, heavy drug use and severe stress. The biographer’s post has since been viewed more than 4.1 million times, sparking widespread discussion about the mental health of Musk and other celebrities.
Why it’s important: Elon Musk, CEO Tesla Inc. Tesla and Space Exploration Technologies Corporationone of the most influential figures in the technology industry. His mental health could affect his company’s operations and stock performance.
Additionally, Abramson’s tweet highlighted the importance of mental health awareness, even for successful people. It serves as a reminder that mental health issues do not discriminate and can affect anyone, regardless of their status or achievements.
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