Warning: This article discusses drug addiction, which may be distressing for some readers.
Paris Jackson has opened up about the struggles she has faced with various disorders during her journey to sobriety.
The 27-year-old daughter of Michael Jackson has looked back on her path to sobriety after battling a severe addiction to alcohol and heroin. As she marks six years of being clean, she reflects on her experiences.
Paris, who has pursued a career in music like her iconic father, used Instagram to share with her followers the challenges she has encountered over the years.
“Getting sober ain’t always the indication that life is perfect,” her post stated. “A few years in it all got very very hard. for what felt like an eternity. and i didn’t have the same survival skills i was used to having to cope.
“I had to learn to live life on life’s terms. treatment resistant major depressive disorder is a b****. so is CPSTD [Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder]. and OCD [Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder].
“If you’ve got this s***, or anything of the sort, you’re not alone. hang in there and if no one’s told you they love you today, i love you.”
The ‘Running For So Long (House A Home)’ singer has previously spoken about the severe impact that drug abuse had on her health.
In a previously shared TikTok video, Paris addressed her fans, saying: “Also I realized I have never actually addressed this and it can sometimes be very noticeable.
“I have a really loud whistle, if you go back two videos you can hear it when I breathe through my nose.
“That is because I have what is called a perforated septum, slightly different from a deviated septum.”
She continued: “That is from what you think it is from, don’t do drugs kids.
“Or, I mean, do, everyone is going to have the experience they need to have with life, I am not going to do tell people what to do.
“I don’t recommend it because it ruined my life.”
As someone who has battled gambling addiction—celebrating five years free from betting since March—I want to applaud you, Paris.
Six years of sobriety is a significant milestone; here’s to many more years ahead!
If you need confidential advice on drug addiction, you can call American Addiction Centers at (313) 209-9137, available 24/7, or reach out through their website.
For assistance, support, and guidance regarding gambling issues, contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER, available 24/7.