Ian Thorpe in rehab battling alcohol abuse and depression
"We're hoping he's going to be OK and make a full recovery." Broadcaster Alan Jones, a close friend of Thorpe's, also said the swimmer had been going through some problems recently. "Yes, it's serious but there's not a lot I can or want to add," Jones … Read more on Sydney Morning Herald
Korn guitarist to tell story of recovery
In 2005, he was battling alcoholism and drug addiction, was a single father and walked away from the popular Grammy-winning nu-rock band Korn, which he co-founded more than 20 years ago. But what made guitarist Welch stand out in the rock 'n' roll … Read more on Southeast Missourian
DEPRESSION: From a small photograph to the big picture
I am an alcoholic/addict and have depression, but I'm very fortunate that I can live a healthy and hopeful life if I continue to work all realms of my recovery. It is not easy and I still feel the downs along with the ups, but hope lives within me as … Read more on Hometown Focus
Exclusive interview with Alan Budge
This had nothing to do with the validity or otherwise of any particular spiritual path, and everything to do with my alcoholism. Recovery from alcoholism has been, for me, a deeply spiritual experience: the 12 step programme is a spiritual journey … Read more on FemaleFirst.co.uk
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