Monsta X's Juheon Temporarily Halts Activities Due to Anxiety Symptoms... "Focusing on Recovery"

Group Monsta X / Photo by Starship Entertainment

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Lim Juhyung] Monsta X's main rapper Joohoney (26) will temporarily halt group activities due to anxiety symptoms.

Monsta X's agency Starship Entertainment announced on the 12th via their official social network service (SNS) account that Joohoney recently experienced psychological anxiety symptoms and underwent detailed examinations and treatment at medical institutions.

The agency stated, "The test results confirmed 'anxiety symptoms,' and a specialist recommended sufficient rest and stability as essential," adding, "After thorough discussions with the members, we have decided to focus on Joohoney's recovery through continuous treatment and rest."

They further added, "We kindly ask for your understanding regarding the temporary suspension of activities so that the artist can recover and return in a better condition."

Previously, Joohoney had missed some performances during Monsta X's U.S. tour at the end of last year due to health issues.

Meanwhile, Monsta X debuted in 2015.

Below is the full official statement from Starship Entertainment

Hello, this is Starship Entertainment.

We would like to inform you about the health condition of Monsta X member Joohoney.

Recently, Joohoney experienced psychological anxiety symptoms and visited multiple specialized medical institutions for precise diagnosis, undergoing detailed examinations and treatment. The test results confirmed 'anxiety symptoms,' and specialists recommended sufficient rest and stability as essential.

After thorough discussions with Joohoney and the Monsta X members, we have decided to focus on Joohoney's recovery through continuous treatment and rest.

We kindly ask for your understanding regarding the temporary suspension of activities so that the artist can recover and return in a better condition. We promise to provide unwavering support for Joohoney's health recovery.

Joohoney's return will be determined based on his recovery status and the opinions of medical specialists, and this will also proceed through careful consultation with Joohoney and the Monsta X members.

We sincerely apologize for causing concern to the fans who always love Monsta X, and we will continue to do our best to manage the health of Monsta X members.

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