Sobriety
Russell Brand court case highlights survivor’s struggle with alcohol addiction after alleged assault
Testimony in Russell Brand’s trial reveals how an alleged sexual assault was followed by years of alcohol addiction and intense self-blame for one woman. The case underlines how trauma can drive people towards drinking as a coping mechanism, and the emotional aftermath that can follow. Readers gain insight into the complex links between abuse, shame and alcohol use, and why compassionate support matters.
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She quit beer and lost 6st: how one change transformed Deidre’s life
Daily Mirror
14 Oct 2026
Filmmaker Deidre Olsen traded beer and binge eating for movement, muscle and marathon goals. Discover how one big decision led to 6st weight loss and a new life.
Read more …Dad who hid five bottles of wine a day rebuilds life after finding sobriety
The Mirror
13 Oct 2026
A father’s secret five-bottles-a-day habit nearly destroyed his family life. Discover how he found support, faced his past and built a new, sober chapter.
Read more …Glasgow Drug and Alcohol Service Faces £2m Cuts as Staff Levels Remain Unclear
The Herald
25 Sept 2026
Glasgow’s addiction and complex-needs services face major funding cuts and redesign. Discover what this could mean for access to treatment and support in the city.
Read more …Saved by a Stranger: Jason’s Journey from Alcohol Dependence to Saving Lives
Wales Online
19 Sept 2026
A stranger stopped Jason ending his life. Now, alcohol-free and in recovery, he’s turning that moment into a lifeline for others who feel hopeless.
Read more …From ‘two weeks to live’ to Sober Ninjas: Chris Rees’ journey to helping thousands
BBC Cymru Fyw
10 Sept 2026
Facing a terminal prognosis, Chris Rees rebuilt his life, body and mindset – and now Sober Ninjas supports thousands to stay alcohol-free worldwide.
Read more …Glasgow Complex Needs addiction service facing uncertain future amid budget cuts
The Herald
8 Sept 2026
A Glasgow service helping people with severe addiction, trauma and homelessness is at risk as budget cuts bite. See what might change for those relying on complex-needs support.
Read more …From ‘two weeks to live’ to Sober Ninjas: Chris Rees’ journey to helping thousands
BBC Cymru Fyw
10 Sept 2026
Facing a terminal prognosis, Chris Rees rebuilt his life, body and mindset – and now Sober Ninjas supports thousands to stay alcohol-free worldwide.
Read more …Glasgow Complex Needs addiction service facing uncertain future amid budget cuts
The Herald
8 Sept 2026
A Glasgow service helping people with severe addiction, trauma and homelessness is at risk as budget cuts bite. See what might change for those relying on complex-needs support.
Read more …Anna Faris shares 18 months of sobriety after ‘hurtful’ comments from Chuck Lorre
The Independent
15 Oct 2026
Anna Faris opens up about 18 months sober, career doubts and mental health, sharing a hopeful message for anyone considering life beyond alcohol.
Read more …BBC’s Sober Companion: A Comedy Drama About Fame, Addiction and Recovery
www.bbc.com
14 Oct 2026
A new BBC Sounds drama uses comedy and celebrity chaos to explore addiction, relapse and recovery, offering a relatable, story-driven look at sober support.
Read more …Baywatch stars then and now: addiction battles, recovery and life beyond the beach
Daily Mirror
14 Oct 2026
Catch up with the original Baywatch cast, from addiction and rehab to sober living, activism and new careers away from the beach.
Read more …Paul Bettany on grief, guilt and turning away from alcohol to heal
The Standard
13 Oct 2026
Paul Bettany shares how childhood grief pushed him towards alcohol and drugs, and how therapy helped him find healthier ways to live with loss.
Read more …Coronation Street’s Peter Barlow: Could a Shock Return Reopen Old Wounds and Sobriety Struggles?
Metro
12 Oct 2026
A possible Peter Barlow return to Coronation Street reignites old love triangles and long-running alcohol storylines, spotlighting how TV dramas mirror real-life struggles with drinking.
Read more …When Success Hides Struggle: Ambition, Trauma and Alcohol as a Coping Tool
the Guardian
11 Oct 2026
Ambition can hide deep emotional strain and growing reliance on alcohol. Explore how success, trauma and mental health intersect, and what healthier coping can look like.
Read more …Liam Gallagher swaps Guinness and late nights for ironing and clean living
The Mirror
10 Oct 2026
Liam Gallagher has ditched heavy drinking for jogging, early nights and an obsession with ironing. See how clean living is reshaping his rock ’n’ roll world.
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