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Sweetin's First Drink: A Blackout at 14
23 Nov
Summary
- Jodie Sweetin first drank alcohol at age 14 at a wedding.
- The experience was a blackout, described as awful and embarrassing.
- She has since battled substance abuse, including drugs and alcohol.
Jodie Sweetin recently shared details of her initial encounter with alcohol at the age of 14. This first drinking experience took place at a wedding and resulted in a complete blackout, which she characterized as deeply unpleasant and mortifying. The incident left her mother horrified and marked the beginning of years of partying.
By her mid-teens, Sweetin recognized her drinking and partying habits differed significantly from her peers. This realization eventually led to a broader struggle with substance abuse, encompassing not only alcohol but also substances such as ecstasy, crystal meth, and cocaine, profoundly impacting her life.
Sweetin has become an advocate for sobriety, recounting her journey through addiction and recovery. She achieved sobriety on December 7, 2008, and has since spoken about the importance of facing one's challenges and never giving up, sharing her experiences to offer hope and lessons learned.
