In a remarkably candid and emotional new interview, former glamour model and media personality Katie Price has laid bare the depths of her recent struggles, declaring she would willingly check into rehab again "in a heartbeat" if it meant helping her eldest son, Harvey.
The 45-year-old star, who has faced a torrent of personal trauma including a devastating house fire and her mother's terminal illness diagnosis, spoke openly about the severe impact on her mental health.
A Mother's Promise to Her Son
Price's primary motivation for seeking help is her profound love for her 21-year-old son, Harvey, who has complex medical needs including blindness, autism, and Prader-Willi syndrome.
"I would go back to rehab in a heartbeat for Harvey," she stated unequivocally. Her previous stay at The Priory clinic was a direct result of her commitment to being the best possible mother for him, a promise she insists she would honour again without hesitation.
Confronting Trauma and PTSD
The interview delved into the series of events that have left Price battling Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She described the horror of the fire that ravaged her Mucky Mansion, an event that destroyed irreplaceable personal items and left her deeply scarred.
Compounding this tragedy is the heartbreak of her mother Amy's diagnosis with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a terminal illness. Price confessed that the cumulative weight of these events has taken a severe toll, leading to crippling anxiety and depression.
The Lifeline of Therapy and Future Hopes
Despite the darkness, Price is a vocal advocate for the power of therapy and professional intervention. She credits her time in rehab with providing her the essential tools to manage her conditions and navigate her very public life.
While currently focusing on stabilising her life and caring for her family, she left the door open for a potential return to treatment, emphasising that there is "no shame" in asking for help. Her story stands as a powerful testament to resilience and the importance of prioritising mental wellbeing, especially under the relentless glare of the public eye.
