Cher Lloyd reveals antidepressant prescription during X Factor

Cher Lloyd has opened up about her struggles with mental health, revealing she battled postnatal depression after the birth of her second daughter in 2023, experiencing severe anxiety and visions of danger towards her child. On the We Need To Talk podcast, she described the loneliness and self-doubt that accompanied her condition, ultimately leading her to seek help from her GP, from which she has since recovered. Additionally, Lloyd shared her past experience on The X Factor at age 16, where she was prescribed anti-depressants due to the intense negative attention and pressure she faced, feeling like she lost control of her life. She recounted feeling isolated and unable to trust anyone during that time, which exacerbated her mental health struggles. Despite the challenges, Lloyd highlighted her pride in being a mother and protecting her children through her difficulties. Her revelations shed light on the mental health challenges faced by individuals in the entertainment industry and the importance of seeking help.