Content warning: This story discusses eating disorders .

Brittany Snow made a life-changing career decision.

After breaking into the entertainment industry as a teenager in the early aughts, the Pitch Perfect alum knew that taking a break from work to focus on her mental health—which included struggles with an eating disorder and self harm—saved her in the long-run.

“My life depended on it,” Brittany told Self magazine in an article published Nov. 6. “I mean, there was no way that I would still be here—and I’m trying not to be hyperbolic.”

After a year of working through outpatient treatment for her anorexia and self-harm, the 39-year-old returned to work with her role in 2012’s Pitch Perfect , which she credits for bringing happiness back into her life.

“I was so grateful

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