Mischa Barton’s first Instagram following her hospitalization gives us hope for her health
While she may no longer play Marissa Cooper, Mischa Barton just had an experience that sounds like it’s straight out of The O.C. Last week, the actress was out celebrating her 31st birthday when something absolutely horrific happened — she was slipped a date rape drug.
Barton voluntarily checked herself into Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, but it appears that she’s recovered medically from the experience. The actress returned to Instagram where she posted a photo of Buddha, which means she’s probably taking the time to find her zen before she completely returns to the public eye.
A photo posted by Mischa Barton (@mischamazing) on Jan 29, 2017 at 7:00pm PST
In a statement to People Magazine, Barton explained what happened to her. She said,
“On the evening of the 25th, I went out with a group of friends to celebrate my birthday. While having drinks, I realized that something was not right as my behavior was becoming erratic and continued to intensify over the next several hours.”
Last night at @TOMENYC #Swarovski dinner in #LaLaLand
A photo posted by Mischa Barton (@mischamazing) on Jan 13, 2017 at 8:21am PST
Barton continued,
“I voluntarily went to get professional help, and I was informed by their staff that I had been given GHB. After an overnight stay, I am home and doing well. I would like to extend a big thanks of gratitude to the professionals at Cedars-Sinai for their great care and professionalism. This is a lesson to all young women out there, be aware of your surroundings.”
Anyone who has ever accidentally consumed a drug like GHB knows how scary the situation is, especially when you’re unaware you’ve been drugged. We’re so glad Barton understood that something wasn’t right and sought out treatment. While she may have medically recovered from being drugged, we’re sure it’s going to take some time before she fully recovers from the traumatic incident.
We’re so glad you’re feeling better, Mischa. Take all the time you need to recover!
