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Simone Biles Says She Takes Medication Due to Larry Nassar Sexual Abuse

Olympic champion gymnast Simone Biles appeared Tuesday on Good Morning America and discussed how she has coped with being sexually abused by former USA Gymnastics physician Larry Nassar.

Biles spoke with Robin Roberts about the steps she has taken to move forward:

Good Morning America

.@Simone_Biles on coming forward this year and speaking up in the #MeToo movement: "It's not easy but the people surrounding me are some of the best." https://t.co/xxRbvMhXhw

The reigning all-around world champion said Tuesday that she is currently on medication to aid in handling the "ups and downs" she has experienced:

"It's definitely not easy.