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"I have always been transparent about my
journey with addiction," the 25-year-old Grammy-nominated
recording artist wrote on Instagram. "What I've learned is that
this illness is not something that disappears or fades with
time. It is something I must continue to overcome and have not
done yet."
Lovato, who has spoken openly in the past about her history of
drug and alcohol abuse, thanked God, her friends and her fans,
saying that their positive thoughts and prayers had helped her
navigate "this difficult time."
She also thanked her family, team and the staff at Cedars-Sinai
hospital in Hollywood, who she said had been at her side since
she was admitted on July 24. "Without them I wouldn't be here
writing this letter to all of you," Lovato wrote.
"I now need time to heal and focus on my sobriety and road to
recovery," she said. "The love you have all shown me will never
be forgotten and I look forward to the day where I can say I
came out on the other side. I will keep fighting."
The New Mexico-born performer rose to fame on Disney Channel
shows "Camp Rock" and "Sonny with a Chance" before forging a pop
career with hits such as "Skyscraper" and "Sorry Not Sorry."
In a 2017 YouTube documentary, "Simply Complicated," Lovato
spoke about years of substance abuse, eating disorders, and
drinking, saying she first started using cocaine when she was
17. She entered rehab at the age of 18 and was diagnosed with
bipolar disorder.
(Writing by Daniel Wallis; Editing by Bill Trott)
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