Lee Tae have been transferred to public service division due to his deteriorating health

Lee Tae-min’s mental health deteriorated during his mandatory military service in South Korea.

The vocalist has worked with well-known K-pop groups SHINee and SuperM. He has been transferred from active duty to the public service division.

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“Taemin was transferred from the military band of the Ministry of National Defense Services to the public service division,” the K-pop idol’s agency, announced on January 14.

During his military service, the 28-year-old singer continued to receive treatment for depression. But his symptoms only worsened, according to the firm.

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“Throughout his military career, Taemin was treated and counseled for his melancholy and panic disorder symptoms, which he had previously contended with. His symptoms, however, have recently gotten worse.”