Mischa Barton says she was slipped a date rape drug prior to her recent hospitalization

"Actress Mischa Barton poses for photographers upon arrival at the screening of the film Loving at the 69th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Monday, May 16, 2016.(AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)"

After her recent hospitalization, Mischa Barton is claiming she was slipped a date rape drug while out drinking and celebrating her 31st birthday, causing her irrational behavior.

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“On the evening of the 25th, I went out with a group of friends to celebrate my birthday. While having drinks, I realized that something was not right as my behavior was becoming erratic and continued to intensify over the next several hours,” Barton said in a statement to PEOPLE. “I voluntarily went to get professional help, and I was informed by their staff that I had been given GHB.”

GHB is commonly referred to as a “date rape drug” and is usually consumed unknowingly in an alcoholic beverage. Barton was reportedly taken to the hospital on Thursday morning after police were called about a disturbance at her residence, during which it was reported that she was incoherently yelling about Ziggy Stardust, the world shattering, and her mom being a witch. Afterward, she voluntarily agreed to be transported to the hospital.

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“This is a lesson to all young women out there, be aware of your surroundings,” Barton sent a warning to other young women.

She is now recovering and resting at home.

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