A ex-Irish League footballer has opened up about his debilitating battle with alcoholism, which nearly cost him his life.
West Belfast man Jody Lynch, is now two years sober and enjoying every minute of being a father to his children and giving back to the community he loves. Speaking out about what he had to go through before hitting rock bottom, Jody hopes his honesty will help others.
As Addictions Awareness Weeks comes to an end, Jody's story was shared through Sports Mental Health NI, an organisation which promotes health and wellbeing through sport. A spokesperson for SPORTS said they hope Jody's "moving account of his struggles demonstrates the dangers of alcohol but also prove that recovery is possible albeit very difficult".
