(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Catherine Zeta-Jones spent five days in a mental health facility this year to receive treatment for bipolar disorder, her rep has announced.

Following a stressful year during which the actress supported her husband Michael Douglas in his battle against cancer, Catherine decided to seek help.

Michael, 66, announced in January that he expected to receive the all clear after undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatment for throat cancer.

"After dealing with the stress of the past year, Catherine made the decision to check in to a mental health facility for a brief stay to treat her bipolar II disorder," her rep said in a statement. "Shes feeling great and looking forward to starting work this week on her two upcoming films."

No further details have been released. (C) Cover Media