Concerned sons urge Britney Spears to seek help for personal wellbeing

• Britney Spears has entered a rehabilitation facility following a recent arrest.

• Her sons played a significant role in her decision to seek treatment.
• The singer reportedly pursued professional help to avoid potential legal consequences.

It has emerged that the sons of Britney Spears, Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, played a "big part" in the singer's decision to enter a treatment facility.

Following her arrest on 4 March in Ventura, California, on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, the pop star reportedly struggled to accept the necessity of professional help.

However, her children, whom she shares with Kevin Federline, remained resolute in their support.

"They just want her to be healthy," an insider told PEOPLE exclusively, noting that the brothers have been clear with their mother regarding her recovery.

Spears was reportedly "shaken" after the incident and "terrified of going to jail," which eventually led her to realise that rehabilitation was her best option.

On Sunday, a representative confirmed that the "Womanizer" singer had officially checked herself into a facility to address these long-standing concerns.

A statement from her team described the March arrest as "completely inexcusable" and expressed hope that this voluntary move marks the start of a "long-overdue change."

Since the termination of her conservatorship in November 2021, observers have noted increased instability in the star's daily life. Her representative added that her loved ones are now focused on a "plan to set her up for success."

Before entering treatment, Spears shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram account, britneyspears, thanking fans for their support and spending time with her sons on a yacht.

This current chapter follows a complex history for the Grammy winner, including psychiatric holds in 2008 and a previous stint in a rehabilitation centre in 2018.