Affleck describes 'lifelong struggle' after rehab ends
Ben Affleck has completed a 40-day alcohol rehab programme, but said battling the addiction is a "lifelong and difficult struggle". The Hollywood actor, who also underwent treatment in 2001 and 2017, wrote on Instagram that seeking help was a "sign of courage, not weakness or failure".Affleck added that he now remains in outpatient care.The 46-year-old wrote: "The support I have received from my family, colleagues and fans means more to me than I can say. It's given me the strength and support to speak about my illness with others."Battling any addiction is a lifelong and difficult struggle. Because of that one is never really in or out of treatment."It is a full-time commitment. I am fighting for myself and my family." Image: Be...