**Justin Bieber Distances Himself Amid P. Diddy Allegations, Concerns for His Well-Being Mount**

While Justin Bieber firmly denies any involvement with the accusations against Sean "Diddy" Combs, the American rapper appears to be struggling with trust issues. Consequently, he seems to be keeping a distance from individuals he has known for years. Fans and supporters have shown increasing concern following Bieber's recent public appearances. The 30-year-old singer, who welcomed his first child with wife Hailey in August, found himself linked to Diddy's recent arrest due to disturbing footage that resurfaced showing the disgraced music mogul with a teenage Bieber.

One particular video has drawn significant attention. It features Diddy standing next to a 15-year-old Bieber, telling the camera, "He's having 48 hours with Diddy, where we hanging out and what we're doing we can't really disclose. But it's definitely a 15-year-old's dream... for the next 48 hours he's with me and we're gonna go full crazy." Another clip shows Combs patting Bieber down before they board a private jet, seemingly checking for a wire. In a third video, Diddy addresses Bieber directly, saying, "You ain't been calling me and hanging out the way we used to."

For Bieber, the ghosts of his past seem to be resurfacing. He has been candid about his struggles with substance use, anxiety, and depression, including his admission of using Xanax to cope with feelings of shame related to promiscuous behavior. An industry insider, who worked closely with Bieber during his breakout years, recalled the immense pressures he faced as a young superstar. "He was the biggest pop star in the world. Everyone was worried about him, and we didn't know if he would survive it. People took advantage of everything he did."

A music insider revealed that Bieber has distanced himself from many around him, as he has struggled with trust issues stemming from "some really crazy s-t." Concerns from Bieber's family and his longtime manager Scooter Braun highlight the fragility of his situation. The insider noted that it's uncertain whether Diddy would have taken advantage of Bieber at that time. Nevertheless, Bieber's rebellious phase during his teenage years remains a troubling period for those who care about him.