Jennie Garth Opens Up About Depression, Divorce, and Learning to Love Herself

Jennie Garth, best known for Beverly Hills, 90210, has shared her deep personal struggles in her new memoir I Choose Me.

She revealed that early fame brought anxiety, self-doubt, and loneliness, even at the peak of her career.

• She felt unprepared for sudden fame
• Struggled with body image issues
• Faced low self-worth and isolation

Divorce That Changed Everything

One of the hardest moments in her life was her divorce from actor Peter Facinelli after 12 years of marriage.

This event triggered a major emotional breakdown.

Key Impact of the Divorce:

• Deep sadness and depression
• Feeling of losing control
• Emotional and mental burnout

Reports say her mental state “really dimmed” during this time. 

Rock Bottom: Overdose and Rehab

After the divorce, Garth reached a dangerous low point.

She admitted to:

• Drinking too much alcohol
• Taking pills to cope

This led to a serious medical emergency, where she had to get her stomach pumped.

What Happened Next:

• She checked into a rehab center
• Began her journey toward recovery
• Faced her mental health issues openly

Mental Health Battles Beyond Divorce

Garth also spoke about other struggles in her life:

Challenge	Impact on Her Life
Anxiety	Constant stress and fear
Miscarriages	Emotional pain in relationships
People-pleasing habit	Ignoring her own needs
Body image issues	Low confidence

These challenges added to her emotional burden over the years.

Healing, Growth, and Self-Love

Today, Jennie Garth says she is in a much better place.

Her New Mindset:

• “Choose yourself first”
• Practice self-love and forgiveness
• Let go of people-pleasing behavior

She has also:

• Rebuilt a healthy relationship with her ex-husband as co-parents
• Strengthened her marriage with Dave Abrams
• Maintained a sober and peaceful life

A New Chapter: ‘I Choose Me’

Her memoir is more than a story — it is a message of hope.

What Readers Can Expect:

• Honest stories about pain and recovery
• Lessons on mental health awareness
• A strong focus on self-worth and healing

Final Takeaway

Jennie Garth’s story shows that:

• Success does not protect you from struggles

• Healing is possible, even after hitting rock bottom

• Choosing yourself can change your life

Her journey is a reminder that mental health matters—and asking for help is a strength, not weakness.