Overview
- On October 28, the singer shared an Instagram carousel and captioned it with a line crediting “lexapro,” publicly acknowledging antidepressant use.
- The photos emphasized rest, friendships, and time with her dog, and coverage noted she has not disclosed a diagnosis as Lexapro is an SSRI commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety.
- Her representative previously confirmed in mid-September that she and actor Chase Stokes ended their relationship after dating since 2023, and some reports noted she liked his October 28 post as a possible sign they remain amicable.
- Fans praised her openness about mental health in the comments, with many applauding the de‑stigmatizing mention and sending well-wishes for her dog Dibs.
- Ballerini has long described therapy as a “game changer,” and an unnamed Us Weekly source claimed she initiated the split, citing recent arguments and travel and communication strain.