Avicii's father on "brave" son and the need to talk about mental health, suicide
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- This Wednesday "CBS This Morning" will feature a special broadcast called “Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health.” Anthony Mason spoke with Klas Bergling, whose son, Tim, known around the world as the superstar Swedish DJ Avicii, died by suicide in 2018. In his first U.S. broadcast interview, Klas spoke about his son, and about the Tim Bergling Foundation, which advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health emergency.
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he talked about it... people just didn't want to listen.
I'm sure people listened
M Versmekes very true. You can see in the documentary he kept saying he is tired. Of that he didn’t want to do this anymore. And they had all these bookings and events lined up for him. I also experience this so often. Telling my boss, company doctor and I don’t who else that things were not going well. That I lost my appetite, when I slept, my hands balled up in fists. And they were cramped up in the morning. I had trouble sleeping. Cried a lot, always tired and I missed a few red lights.... I saw them, but I didn’t respond to them. One was for a train, it was a good thing the beams (I don’t know what they are called.) came down and I stopped. Later at my family doctor I was diagnosed with a burnout and depression. They put me on antidepressants immediately and made an new appointment to check up. When I told my boss, nothing changed...they even gave me more work...
@@Dee8Bee I hope you're doing better! Keep your head up! Pain is temporary, Suffering is optional.
They listened they just didn't understand
He talked about something else but people cannot decode the words, this eyes are not that friendly eyes. ... i think hes song "For a better days" explain many things... involved to be
Yet in America to see a mental health professional is far too expensive for most.
Ikr
Our healthcare system, and government as a whole, are broken.
It Is such a shame that only rich people in America afford getting well
You don't need a mental health professional to get well. You just need to work on your mentality and get help from either yourself or if you do not have the mental fortitude to do that, from the other close people around you.
@@thedave8097 "You just need to"...Right here is the stigma, when someone says "You just have to..". Like it's that simple and only a matter of will, and "getting your act together"... Nobody would say to a person who has diabetes, "Oh, just get on with your life, never mind the insulin". Most mental illnesses stem from a chemical imbalance in the brain, and there are many other factors (like trauma, or childhood events) that may lead to a mental illness.. Just because it is invisible, not a physical illness, doesn't make it less of an illness. I know I'm gonna have to live with my disorder for the rest of my life, it is beyond my power to just get rid of it. It is incredibly exhausting tbh. People don't stay sick because they're lazy or happy in their misery. This thing is simply bigger than them.
I went to one of his shows a while back. His music always gave me goosebumps. I suffer from anxiety, depression and alcoholism myself- you’d never in a million years guess this about me. His music and his songs have helped me through the darkest of times. I wish I could’ve reciprocated. ❤️
How are you doing now , I hope you are okay. I'm here to talk. ❤️ I struggle with self harm. I know I could die and what scares me is how that doesn't scare me.
Are you okay?
@@its_lemon_19 Are you okay also?
So very relatable. How are you? I can relate. Depression, anxiety, and addiction are all cut from the same cloth.
I hope you all are doing better❤Remember you are loved❤And I hear you❤I care so much about you❤Don't hesitate to ask help❤
Avicii your soul and spirit still linger in my mind , deep down my heart.. huge respect to you.😞😞
Dear Klas. Sorry for your loss. Its a loss that affects us all. Lets talk about mental health. Lets all use Tim's untimely transition to save others with mental illness. Avicii forever in our hearts.
😥😥😥😥😥 my heart still breaks knowing avicii is not here anymore
Yes I almost cry when I hear Klas. A young man with so much talent. Oh, I feel so proud of tim and that he was from Sweden just like me. But how I wish he was still alive. Zero suicid!
"You should talk about it and you shouldn't be afraid to ask for help"
That was some wise words. Stress, Anxiety and suicide thoughts need way more attention in 2020.
Except he WASN'T afraid to talk about it and he DID ask for help. Problem is his team didn't care bc they forced him to work anyway with an emphasis on "stress management" rather than giving him his much needed time off. So evil.
he did talk about it-eveyone knew he had problems.But money comes first
It's sad how people except for his family ignored him.
I went through depression. My mom found out and was so disgusted that she told the entire family to stop speaking to me. I live by myself in a foreign country, so it didn't affect me as much but it was still horrible. Not every parent reacts in a helpful way. I think that's why a lot of people don't talk about it.
I find no words for your mother's reaction. Wishing you all the best because you're worth it! Hope you're doing well ❤️ Greetings from Sweden
Sending my love from England dude! I’m going through a time time at the moment and just wanted to send my best wishes
Keep pushing, you got this
Wtf, where u come from?
I am so sorry you had to go through this. And you are right no every parent are as helpful as Avicii's parents. I remember the first time I had a panic attack( I didn't know what it was at that time) my mom just said "Stop acting. Be normal." It was horrible.
Avicii died on my 16th birthday. I remember that Friday I was feeling ok. I got home and found out and I started crying I also remembered that it was not only my birthday but my fraternal twin sister, she passed away a couple weeks after we were born. Wake me up has always had a special place in my heart. I always listen to it whenever I feel like giving up. Avicii was such a amazing dj, I really love his music. Sky full of stars was also written by him and that song has always reminded me of my sister, I also suffer from depression I'm getting help but everyday it feels more and more heavier. It breaks my heart that Avicii took his own life but I understand him. I once attempted to as well but had it not been for my mom knocking on my door who knows if I would still be here. I'm glad more people are talking about mental health. We're not crazy, we're humans, we shouldn't be ashamed for living, our illness(es)there's nothing wrong with going to therapy or anything, stop shaming us. Please be patient with us, we're trying our best. RIP Avicii.
Are you doing good now?
I’m not a father and can only guess what the loss of a child feels like. Kudos to this strong man for telling the story of his life with his son and the love he has for him.
I love how he says “he revolutionized electronic dance music”
The interviewer is amazing
If you laugh you sub! Just because someone did it before him, doesn’t mean that it isn’t true. He genuinely did revolutionize EDM.
If you laugh you sub! Actually he did
If you laugh you sub! Avicii MADE EDM extremely popular because of his music. He wasn’t one of the first EDM musicians, but he made it big.
@If you laugh you sub! The really huge commercial appeal was made possible by David Guetta, Avicii. Tiësto joined that party around 2012, 2013, which was a tad bit later. Also, he blends that pop sound more with the big room or progressive sound, so it's kinda different. And yes, he is my favorite DJ since 2007, so I followed his career.
My heart became warm
I was devastated when I found out about his death. He got me into EDM and he will always be my favorite DJ. RIP Tim Bergling.
*_avicii didn't commited suicide_*
*He was murdered cause he tried to expose pedophiles by his music video* " for a better day "
read the comments of this song👆🏼👆🏼,
Whenever i hear his music I always get emotional 🥺💔
Tim often made songs with a meaning. I think that sets him apart from most other DJ's.
@@danield982 ❣😥
I miss you so much Tim.. reast in peace you beautiful soul.
Avicii’s music helped me through some lows in my life and I’ll always be grateful 😢RIP Avicii
Being of swedish decent I remember reading about the high rates of depression. It also appears that Tim was an introvert and this life style was burning him up inside. The Swedes are such kind, loving, gentle people. I never heard my grandfather say a harsh word about anyone.
Part of why our depression numbers are high is because people actually go and get diagnosed as it's very affordable to get help. Talking with a psychiatrist costs $40 per session up to $200 after that it's free.
@@informitas0117 I am 68 years old and read this many years ago. My great great grandmother died in an intuition after drowning her third child. She likely had a serious case of postpartum depression. I'm glad you have some of the best health care in the world. I'm very proud of my ancestry.
*_avicii didn't commited suicide_*
*He was murdered cause he tried to expose pedophiles by his music video* " for a better day "
read the comments of this song👆🏼👆🏼😟
OK no 🙄
My heart goes out to his loved ones, including Liam😢
Such a big loss, such a shame.. I still can t believe it sometimes.. Rest in peace sweet beautiful Tim ❤️😭
Even he lost his son, but he proud that avicii make the world shine.
I like the way the interviewer (Anthony I believe) conducted the interview with Mr. Bergling. Very empathetic approach, asking also how Mr. Bergling is doing. And not in the way "I need to extract the information" kind of way that most interviewers nowadays approach it. But form a place of understanding
Wonderful talent. Enormous loss to music and the world. Heart breaks for his parents and close friends and family.
I feel so bad for his family❤️
Rip
This is absolute proof that filling your life with things, people and money won't solve your issues with depression.
tim was like: "I need to take a step down cause it's to much for me", but somehow he still got forced to make weekly concerts...
His manager was/is a greedy crook. He knew exactly what he was doing.
shame on his mgmt
He said they helped him work "smarter" instead of giving him actually breaks when he asked for time off. So their focus for him was on stress and emotional "management" instead of giving him a legit break to help him with the trauma and stress he was going through. Avicii said his dad cried when he found out how many shows he had done that year bc they were running him into the ground. Absolutely disgusting what they did to him and how they took 100% advantage of him knowing he needed real time off, not "management skills."
We could NEVER view Tim in anyway but AMAZING! ❤️ RIP you amazing person!!
We should view him like that yes, but not just like that. Ignoring he was suffering from mental illness is a huge disservice. He was amazing but also ill.
He was so beautiful!! It is so sad to think that ended how it did.. I would have loved to have had a Dad like his!!! Sadness is all encompassing and so powerful it breaks you one way or another, Fact!
Your not alone #
His father has the same sweet energy that Tim had. I can tell he’s a great person, just like his son. Must have been where Tim got it from. ❤️ Bless the family for being strong (despite the pain) and starting a foundation to help others.
1:24
Hearing his voice again and again tears me up and I'll not complain about it.
He was a Genius, He will be remembered, His music is his testimony, let's hope and do the necessary, that no one humankind has to live to suffer what he went through.
Avicii look like his dad.
yen xion how strange
how strange, how strange
His head shape and the way he talks
I have seen him in Las Vegas. His music was so good that I was dancing the whole night. It was one of his last shows. 😪 R.I.P. Tim 🧡🧡🧡
I still can't believe he's no longer with us even till now I pray you're in better place
Klas bergling : when you have a child who is not feeling well , you try everything to get the situation right...now that's pain in his words ...now he has to live with this painfull lost ....so sorry mr klass bergling
*_avicii didn't commited suicide_*
*He was murdered cause he tried to expose pedophiles by his music video* " for a better day "
read the comments of this song👆🏼👆🏼
I never got to know him nor his music but having listened to this interview I have listened to his music too & I can confess he was really talented.
I feel Tim on a spiritual level. I can feel what must’ve went through his mind. The chains tightening, the doors closing, happens to me all the time. Only it’s a lot less intense than what he might’ve felt considering the steps he took. I absolutely loved him, and would keep on loving him.
So sorry Klas. My condolences to you and you family. You shouldn't have had to plan your son's funeral . It should have been the other way around instead.Tim should still be here with you and Anki.
May he rest in peace. Legends never die.
I miss Avicii :(
Always in our hearts, you will be missed
r.i.p. avicii. he got me into electronic music which is a big part of my life. much love.
People who have depression and feel lonely while always being surrounded by others makes me so sad. I cant change what happened but i wish i was his friend to talk to.
Rip Avicii - all love to his family ❤️❤️❤️
Their genuine concern at the end of the video was heartwarming. I wouldn't have known what to do as a parent either.
Had tears in my eyes watching this. His dad was clearly a very loving and kind, caring father. You can see how broken he is. It makes me feel sad to think I might have been able to help Tim even a tiny little bit. We’ve suffered the same mental illness and I had the same experience at the age of 14/15 with the mental health struggles and psychiatrists and medication. I’m better now and happier than I’ve ever been, at university studying law. I wish I could have told him it would get better and to hold on. I wish I could have given Tim a hug. He was too good to go too soon. He was a sensitive soul, too kind for this world and especially the music industry where everyone wants a piece of you. 😔 Rest in peace. Your music helped me so much and I’ll remember you always Tim.
As long as the treatment is as dangerous as the disease, no one will get help. One week ago, as a veteran, I called a veteran support line to tell them I wasn't doing so well. They called the police and had me hauled ignominiously, in Chains, from my office to the hospital. Only by the grace of God, did I not lose my job and my mate means to sustain myself. I was broken and humiliated. Far more than I was before I had called.
As long as people are going to imprison you, detain you, and ruin your life, there is absolutely no reason to call for help, and no reason to get help if all they're going to do is hurt you even more.
I made an appt for my 15 yr old with anxiety and depression. I said, "I will teach you how to get help without getting locked up." It isnt fair that we cannot be completely honest. It is sad that I have to tell her HOW to reach out just enough when really we should be able to break down and be gently lifted up.
@@Believer-jb7qq I am so sorry that you had to deal with that, and that is exactly what I am talking about. Why should people get help, when the cure is just as dangerous and just as humiliating as the disease itself. There are many people who live with Suicidal Thoughts because the other option is to be committed sometimes against your will. To be carted away the by the police or an ambulance or a social worker and to have no choice. And then to be treated like a criminal, where they take your shoes and your belt in your phone and you have to sit somewhere in a cold dark cell in an ER. No, I don't mean a regular hospital room, I mean the one that they use for serial killers. It is exactly the same. And that is exactly why these lines are so fake and so dangerous. Because they tell you to get help, but the help is so so horrible if there was a way for people to get actual help, without all those negative consequences than they would!
@@mikeggg5671 I've been there, trusted completely, learned my lesson. Will certainly teach my children to navigate the system, not manipulate it mind you, but look out for themselves. Thankfully things are changing but not fast enough for us or them.
What horrible country do you live in where they lock you up for mental illness?
mike ggg I’m so sorry about what you’re doing through Mike. If you need anyone to talk to you. Please reach out to family or even though I know I’m a stranger to you, but I’m here if you need any help.
It's a life before & it's a life after....the pain in those words...sorry Mr klas bergling...RIP AVICII
Million fans? Billions i say
lel
ML8593wy bruh there’s like 7 Billion people on Earth thousands is nothing
Who educated you?
ML8593wy boi if the Earth was flat you would be able to see things from far away
And cats would have pushed everything off of it by now
@@nightmare42069_ r/whooosh
Arnav Patil no one cares about you using Reddit. Stop bribing sub-Reddit’s out of reddit
Being the pharmacology nerd I've been since the age of 9 or 10 or so, I have a suspicion his suicidal thoughts were "helped along" by some of the meds he received. I recall him mentioning Gabapentin as a tough, heavy drug to deal with.
I think Ian from Joy Division was also on Gabapentin. And he committed suicide too.
I've also discussed Gabapentin with two psychiatrists (for my own needs, at some point) and they were both like "noooooo, no no no... Gabapentin is to be avoided - it's really heavy artillery..."
There are also SSRI's that come with a black label warning, and similar warnings (including suicidal ideation risk).
I also have a feeling he felt lonely. And that he felt he'd lived life so much to the max already, that most of what was left seemed dull.
Especially if he was on pharmaceutical drugs that dulled his mind and emotions.
NOTE: the above is NOT to say psych. drugs are bad. There's GREAT help in them. I've experienced that myself, and for family and friends. It's just super important to be careful and attentive as to side-effects such as suicidal thoughts.
Tim Bergling,Avicci, has a Good heart. RIP Avicii Brother, You Bring to my life a lot of happiness.
So sad you,suffer a lot, So sad your not with us anymore.
I listen to The Night and wonder that how great Avicii’s dad is. Then this video show up🎉
Its been two year and still can't get over his death
Much respect to CBS for this interview.
The nights,fade into darkness etc.......... miss you bro
R.i.p. Avicii, he is my music mentor and inspiration.
I loved your son, he was my friend we often talked about anxiety and depression, cause i was suffering from same around the time we met, it broke my heart to lose someone so sweet GENUINE and talented, #WeAreVIRGOS, miss you Amy Winehouse
Cyber Geek Amy Winehouse??
4 years later without you Tim ❤😖
His manager etc are to blame for Tim's death...They worked him like a work horse and they knew he was a gentle soul who could be manipulated easily for their benefit..He didn't want to let his employees and fan's down so he was pushed by so many people who were making a lot of money of him even though his health and mental health problems were obvious...My heartfelt sympathy's are with Tim's family and fan's..He was amazingly talented and loved.. R.I.P Tim AKA Avicci you beautiful humble loving kind man ..😔
Many loving comments here. Mental health needs to be cared for dearly. But I havent seen any comments on his physical issue if pancreatic illness.... he fought both. Not an easy road.
In my opinion if they support Avicii in the early stage of his depression and given them special attention and treatment for his mental illnesses I think he will saved them his life! God bless his soul!
Impressive how Mr. Bergling said he wants Tim remembered as a good person. The fame & money is irrelevant compared to Tim's value as a human being. Suicide is a profound tragedy. I'm too familiar with suicide as a mental health provider. Suicide in not a cry for attention. It's not a selfish "choice". It is a storm of pain in the mind. Similar to a high fever. If we stop judging & blaming, more people will feel comfortable talking about this. There is help for suicidality, but society blocks that by the stigma. Well done Mr. Bergling.
Im still in love with your Music😔😔.
What happened to you. Doesn't sink into my mind💛. You will always be remembered!! 😔😔💛💛💛💛
Heartbreaking.
RIP Tim
Excellent interviewer, thank you well done Anthony
i feel that while you try so hard to get better, and even to outside it seems all is on better path, it can be just your will holding you there for some extra time, but when you lose the grip again, the fall is even deeper....
Been there, felt that... could never express the feelings to anyone, but THIS. IS. PERFECT. Thanks.
I always wondered how he died I did not know he transitioned like that may his soul Rest In Peace 🙏🏾 and I thank him for his creativity and what he left for us here in earth 🌍❤️! Rest in love Avicii
*_avicii didn't commited suicide_*
*He was murdered cause he tried to expose pedophiles by his music video* " for a better day "
read the comments of this song👆🏼👆🏼
ive troubled with depression and anxiety my whole life, i can tell you that there is no 'cure', it's always there. when i went to the therapist they just tell you things you already know, give you some medication and point you towards some websites. the medication is good but after a while you just feel numb. i feel like once you are depressed and severely anxious it's a bit like cancer in the way that it never fully disappears, and can reappear even when you least expect it.
FergusQ I can totally relate and agree...My depression is like a never-ending roller coaster. To sum up my story, as a little girl I was sexually molested, and it took me almost 11 years to open up and talk about it. Despite those efforts, I still think about it from time-to-time and that’s where the depressive cycle repeats itself :/ Although I must say, even though I still think about my past, I don’t dwell on it as much as before. Meaning before I was in like a really DEEP depression. Today I am in a much stronger, healthier place. So, I guess my point is, yeah it’ll always be there, but things CAN get better. All in all, I firmly believe that no one else can help you, but you...Think about it, there’s only so much another person can do. Yes. There are medications, advice etc. but in the end it’s up to YOU to better yourself and TRY to get out of that dark hole. Had I not opened up or talked about it, I’d still be battling that “deep depression”.
Same here, it’s more brutal than people think
Sorry buddy, I hope you see more beautiful, hopeful days than darker ones. Me, being in it for around 9 years, on and off, can totally understand... and how it never vanishes 100% . We perhaps just become stronger and learn to deal better, sometimes learn to live with it. Hope it all changes you in a better way , so that you feel proud of yourself for not giving up, when you look back
Sorry buddy, I hope you see more beautiful, hopeful days than darker ones. Me, being in it for around 9 years, on and off, can totally understand... and how it never vanishes 100% . We perhaps just become stronger and learn to deal better, sometimes learn to live with it. Hope it all changes you in a better way , so that you feel proud of yourself for not giving up, when you look back
You people need to find JESUS. and stop the madness.
Any parent should not bury their child....
This is bad but I had absolutely no idea Avicci was dead.. poor guy. Mental health is a serious issue and I think it is amazing what his parents are doing, as well Chester Benningtons wife Talinda.
Brave person avicii dad
He laughs while talking about his son
God with thm
I love you Avicii. You'll forever be my favorite music producer. Since 2010
No parent should have to bury their child. Absolutely heartbreaking.
I remember coming home from work that afternoon and what I noticed coming was shocking I noticed that all the radio stations were playing his songs and thought that wow why are they playing his so much and I was like maybe he his birthday I didn't know he
Never forgotten in death Tim has saved many lives r I p true x
Tratemos de ser mejores personas y dar amor y comprensión, a personas con depresión y ansiedad. Los queremos.
I miss him so much!
Avicii was my childhood. When he died, it hit me hard. I started listening to him when "Wake Me Up" and "The Nights" were at their most popular. 😔
I miss him a lot
Amazing talent !!! Absolutely love this artist !! Always will 🙏❤️
"Mental health"??? I don´t think so....... I think Avicii was a very " AWAKENED SOUL" ......and living in this kind of "wolrld´s system" is not easy!
Yes. I too feel that
Justice for avicii
what a lovely man
The unchangeable truth is that I start liking his music from listening to album "Tim".
No Wait He Didn't Die He Is in Our Hearts ..... who think he died❤❤💖💖
Tim's father said he was recovering and improving his health and his suicide was a shock for all of us. It means he was definitely acting being happy. He wasn't recovering at all and his team members must've had been forcing him like everyday for gigs. So he choose the other way around to escape from this all.
I believe his new management were just as exploitative as his previous management.
We miss him so much ❤️
So heartbreaking and sad
Avicii ❤️🙏
Frequent lack of sleep. frequent travels, time change, noise at concerts, bright, sharp, flashing lights, all this destroys the body, the nervous system, the eyes. Bad food, sweet drinks too.
Miss you brother!
Oh wow. I honestly didn't know that he passed due to suicide. :( I thought the alcohol and drugs were the cause
Casie Silverman judgemental much?
@@Nhleko9303 lol it's not, that's what people were saying from the beginning. Jeez, the level of rudeness on TH-cam is just too much nowadays. Take a chill pill
Casie Silverman lol calm down now.. I wrote it as a joke because you had to mention alcohol and drugs in your comment and not just that you didn’t know. Because everyone always assumes it’s about alcohol and drugs when an artist dies. I think you’re the one who needs a chill pill my friend.
@@Nhleko9303 no that's what they reported in the news you goof
Casie Silverman
And it was.
Rest In Peace ☮️
A brillant dj r.i.p.angel xx i miss ur music x
Blessings to the family.
Me too
rest in peace my g
I seriously thought it was just an accident and now i hear it was suicide this is so heartbreaking .......💔💔 i hope he is in heaven he will always be remembered ... i loved him so much❤
i don't want to think about suicide, I want to live. I love my family to bits. but one who has OCD it's difficult not to. this thing doesn't let you live. I hope I can hang in there enough until I die a natural death
Look to Jesus
Love ya Avicii god bless his family x
Well done. You are making the difference.
Mental health awareness 🙏💋