Anna Faris Quits Drinking

Anna Faris has quit drinking to stop 'self-sabotage', the actress revealed in an episode of the 'Dear Chelsea' podcast. She credits sobriety with helping her overcome depression and appreciate her career more.

Faris sees a correlation between drinking and depression, and says she had to take a step back to end the 'self-sabotage'. She also credits hormone patches for helping her.

The actress left the TV show 'Mom' in 2020, a decision she made after feeling 'ungracious' about her comedic career and struggling with perimenopausal depression. She has a son named Jack with Chris Pratt, and has been open about their conversations on religion.

## Why it matters Faris's decision to quit drinking and open up about her struggles with depression and perimenopausal depression may help raise awareness about the importance of mental health and the potential correlation between drinking and depression. Her experiences may also resonate with fans who have struggled with similar issues.

Faris's career has spanned multiple TV shows and movies, including 'Scary Movie' and 'Mom', for which she received multiple People's Choice Awards nominations. Her decision to leave 'Mom' in 2020 was a surprise to fans, but she has since spoken about the reasons behind her departure, including feeling like her career was 'being put out to pasture'.

## What happens next Faris's journey to sobriety and her openness about her struggles with depression and perimenopausal depression may inspire fans to prioritize their own mental health. Her experiences may also lead to more conversations about the importance of seeking help and support for mental health issues.