"Young and the Restless" alum Abhi Sinha further detailed the succession of events that led to his addiction, including his parents' separation in 2013, breaking up with his girlfriend, a friend who died from an overdose, the death of his two dogs, and being let go from the sudser. "I lost a job I loved and was really good at. I was written off unceremoniously, and without explanation," he remarked, noting, "When these events occurred in succession, I never properly dealt with the pain it caused. Instead I tried to numb it because being in an altered state made me feel good." But he knew constant intoxication posed a danger, as he wrote, "It would have eventually cost me my life. That was my rock bottom."
However, he got much needed addiction and mental health help, and confidently stated, "Today I am 91 days clean and sober," explaining that he's surrounded by supportive friends, family, and repaired relationships. He added, "All the pieces of myself that I never imagined would be gone have come back like magic. And a wiser, stronger me is certainly staring back in the mirror." His career seems to be recovering as well, with a transition into voiceover work. Sinha is now voicing Suresh on the audio drama "The Case Within" alongside fellow soap stars Carolyn Hennesy (Diane, "General Hospital"), Eric Martsolf (Brady Black, "Days of Our Lives") and more, and we're happy for him!
If you or anyone you know needs help with addiction issues, help is available. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or contact SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
